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The London Nobody Knows
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The London Nobody Knows

1968-12-19 · 46 min · ★ 6.4

Documentary

Based on Geoffrey Fletcher’s book, this captivating documentary exposes the real London of the swinging sixties. Turning its back on familiar sights, the film explores the hidden details of a crumbling metropolis. With James Mason as our Guide, we are led on an tour of the weird and wonderful pockets of London from abandoned music-halls to egg breaking factories.

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Directors
Norman Cohen
Production companies
Norcon Film Productions
Countries
United Kingdom
Status
Released

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James MasonJames MasonHimself - Narrator

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