The British Empire in Colour (2002)
Weaving rare color footage, eyewitness accounts and interviews, this documentary crafts an unbiased portrait of the British Empire. Milestones such as the partitioning of India, the creation of the state of Israel, the Suez crisis, black nationalism in Africa and the 1997 handover of Hong Kong are presented from multiple viewpoints, revealing Britain's role in spreading education, law and democracy, as well as racism and cultural bigotry.
Director: Lucy Carter, Stewart Binns
Release Date: February 1, 2002
Cast
- Art Malik - Narrator
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Lucy Carter, Stewart Binns
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The British Empire in Colour about?
- Weaving rare color footage, eyewitness accounts and interviews, this documentary crafts an unbiased portrait of the British Empire. Milestones such as the partitioning of India, the creation of the state of Israel, the Suez crisis, black nationalism in Africa and the 1997 handover of Hong Kong are presented from multiple viewpoints, revealing Britain's role in spreading education, law and democracy, as well as racism and cultural bigotry.
- Who directed The British Empire in Colour?
- The British Empire in Colour was directed by Lucy Carter, Stewart Binns.
- Who stars in The British Empire in Colour?
- The British Empire in Colour stars Art Malik.