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The Big Meeting

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The unique and inspiring story of the Durham Miners Gala that was founded in 1869. Since then, thousands of people have returned to the city to attend the event that celebrates the power of community.

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Peter Bradshaw Guardian 09/04/2019
[A] rich, heartfelt and intimate tribute to the Durham Miners' gala, the trade union festival of brass band music, speeches and outdoor conviviality which has been held almost annually since 1871. Go to Full Review Tom Beasley VultureHound 08/16/2020
4/5
It's a hymn to solidarity and a reminder that it would be a tragedy to forget a part of our heritage which would otherwise risk fading away. Go to Full Review Matthew Bond The Mail on Sunday (UK) 09/08/2019
3/5
If you want to know why Pride - the 2014 film about a gay and lesbian group supporting striking miners - brings a lump to the throat, this film explains all. Go to Full Review David Parkinson Radio Times 09/07/2019
3/5
Making solid use of archive material and talking heads, Draper recalls the proud history of the gala and the way of life it celebrated. Go to Full Review Read all reviews
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Daniel Draper

Director

Jeremy Corbyn

Actor

Angela Rayner

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Bernie Sanders

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Richard Burgon

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Ian Lavery

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Synopsis The unique and inspiring story of the Durham Miners Gala that was founded in 1869. Since then, thousands of people have returned to the city to attend the event that celebrates the power of community.
Director
Daniel Draper
Producer
Christie Allanson, Daniel Draper
Screenwriter
Daniel Draper
Production Co
Shut Out The Light
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
British English
Release Date (Streaming)
Oct 16, 2020
Runtime
1h 34m