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2025113 minGdocumentary

The Line We Crossed

2025113 minGdocumentary

Activists in Britain confront growing restrictions on their rights to protest as they challenge government climate policies.

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Activists in Britain confront growing restrictions on their rights to protest as they challenge government climate policies.

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Liz Smith

Liz Smithdirector

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Activists gather in the streets of Britain to protest against climate policies. The Line We Crossed documents their actions and the growing restrictions on protest rights. It covers events leading up to and following significant demonstrations in 2023. The film details the challenges faced by those advocating for climate action. It questions the boundaries of acceptable dissent within the context of changing political landscapes and public response. Spanning 113 minutes, it presents a narrative of ongoing environmental activism.

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