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201884 minPG-13documentary

Undercurrents 1

201884 minPG-13documentary

Activism in the early 1990s is captured through protests against the M11 link road and a young Jeremy Corbyn advocating for immigrants in detention.

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Channel: Journeyman Pictures

Undercurrents 1

2018• 84 minPG-13

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Activism in the early 1990s is captured through protests against the M11 link road and a young Jeremy Corbyn advocating for immigrants in detention.

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Activism in the early 1990s is captured through the lens of those directly involved. Key events include protests against the M11 link road, highlighting community resistance to infrastructure development. The film also features a younger Jeremy Corbyn advocating for the rights of immigrants detained at Campsfield detention centre, showcasing the political climate of the time. This archival footage serves as a powerful reminder of grassroots movements and the ongoing struggle for social justice.

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