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Once upon a time... "I, Daniel Blake"
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Once upon a time... "I, Daniel Blake"

2021-05-12 · 52 min · ★ 7.7

Documentary

The documentary, filmed in England in autumn 2020, sheds light on the genesis and background of the social drama.

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Directors
Rémi Lainé
Production companies
ARTE, Folamour Productions
Countries
France
Status
Released

Top Cast

Ken LoachKen Loachhimself

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