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198214 minPGdoc-short

The Colour Black

198214 minPGdoc-short

A 14-minute documentary made for BBC West in 1982 features Hugh Cornwell and Jet Black discussing the colour black and the Meninblack phenomenon.

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A 14-minute documentary made for BBC West in 1982 features Hugh Cornwell and Jet Black discussing the colour black and the Meninblack phenomenon.

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Jet Black

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Hugh Cornwell and Jet Black of The Stranglers present a 14-minute documentary for BBC West in 1982. The film centers on the colour black, examining its cultural significance. It includes discussions on the Meninblack phenomenon, a term associated with mysterious figures in black clothing. The documentary features music and commentary from members of The Stranglers, adding a unique perspective to the exploration of this color.

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