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Slow motion footage captures people arriving at London City Airport, transitioning from international airspace to UK soil in just 11 minutes.

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Why Watch

  • Watch slow motion arrivals at London City Airport.
  • See how borders affect personal identity.
  • Find out what arriving in the UK really means.

Did You Know

  • The film was released in 2009 and has a duration of 11 minutes.
  • The footage shows people arriving specifically at London City Airport.
  • The film uses slow motion to emphasize the transition from airspace to UK soil.

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Airport cultureBritish identityContemporary art
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What year was Threshold to the Kingdom released?

Threshold to the Kingdom was released in 2009.

How long is the documentary Threshold to the Kingdom?

The duration of Threshold to the Kingdom is 11 minutes.

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London City Airport is featured in the documentary.

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