Mothers Don't Forget: Women and the Welfare State (1986)

Documentary which looks at the history of the welfare state in Britain, from the point of view of women. Using 1940's newsreels to examine the picture portrayed of women in the welfare state, the reality of the 1980s is discussed by women from Tyneside. The reality of their lives contrasts sharply with the hopes and aspirations of the 40s and 50s, shown through films and songs of the period when the welfare state was first established.

Director: Ingrid Sinclair
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 52 min
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Cinematography: Anne Cottringer
Editing: Esther Ronay
Production: British Film Institute Production Board, Trade Films Ltd
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Ingrid Sinclair
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mothers Don't Forget: Women and the Welfare State about?
Documentary which looks at the history of the welfare state in Britain, from the point of view of women. Using 1940's newsreels to examine the picture portrayed of women in the welfare state, the reality of the 1980s is discussed by women from Tyneside. The reality of their lives contrasts sharply with the hopes and aspirations of the 40s and 50s, shown through films and songs of the period when the welfare state was first established.
Who directed Mothers Don't Forget: Women and the Welfare State?
Mothers Don't Forget: Women and the Welfare State was directed by Ingrid Sinclair.
How long is Mothers Don't Forget: Women and the Welfare State?
Mothers Don't Forget: Women and the Welfare State has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
What genre is Mothers Don't Forget: Women and the Welfare State?
Mothers Don't Forget: Women and the Welfare State is a Documentary film.
Where was Mothers Don't Forget: Women and the Welfare State produced?
Mothers Don't Forget: Women and the Welfare State was produced in United Kingdom.