Class Struggle: Film from the Clyde (1977)

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A documentary made with shipyard workers during the occupation and work-in at the Upper Clyde Shipbuilders from July 1971 to October 1972. The yards were occupied and managed by a joint shop stewards’ committee after the government announced the decision to liquidate the company. The film includes footage from the ‘inside’ of organising, work, discussions, high-level negotiations, relations between the shop stewards and union officials and dealings with the press. Music by 7:84 and The Laggan.

Director: Cinema Action
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 75 min
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Production: Cinema Action
Country: United Kingdom
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Class Struggle: Film from the Clyde about?
A documentary made with shipyard workers during the occupation and work-in at the Upper Clyde Shipbuilders from July 1971 to October 1972. The yards were occupied and managed by a joint shop stewards’ committee after the government announced the decision to liquidate the company. The film includes footage from the ‘inside’ of organising, work, discussions, high-level negotiations, relations between the shop stewards and union officials and dealings with the press. Music by 7:84 and The Laggan.
Who directed Class Struggle: Film from the Clyde?
Class Struggle: Film from the Clyde was directed by Cinema Action.
How long is Class Struggle: Film from the Clyde?
Class Struggle: Film from the Clyde has a runtime of 1h 15m (75 minutes).
What genre is Class Struggle: Film from the Clyde?
Class Struggle: Film from the Clyde is a Documentary film.
Where was Class Struggle: Film from the Clyde produced?
Class Struggle: Film from the Clyde was produced in United Kingdom.