Upon Westminster Bridge (1982)
Considered one of the best ‘dub’ poets of his time, Mikey Smith is internationally renown for the socially engaged form and content of his work. Originally made for BBC2’s Arena, Upon Westminster Bridge profiles Smith’s poetry and politics through performance, exchanges with fellow poet Linton Kwesi Johnson, and conversations with historian and social theorist CLR James.
Director: Anthony Wall
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 52 min
Release Date: November 23, 1982
Cast
- Mikey Smith - Self
- Bob Marley - Self
- C.L.R. James - Self
- Linton Kwesi Johnson - Self
- Louise Bennett - Self
Screenplay
Production: BBC Arena
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Anthony Wall
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Upon Westminster Bridge about?
- Considered one of the best ‘dub’ poets of his time, Mikey Smith is internationally renown for the socially engaged form and content of his work. Originally made for BBC2’s Arena, Upon Westminster Bridge profiles Smith’s poetry and politics through performance, exchanges with fellow poet Linton Kwesi Johnson, and conversations with historian and social theorist CLR James.
- Who directed Upon Westminster Bridge?
- Upon Westminster Bridge was directed by Anthony Wall.
- Who stars in Upon Westminster Bridge?
- Upon Westminster Bridge stars Mikey Smith, Bob Marley, C.L.R. James, Linton Kwesi Johnson, Louise Bennett.
- How long is Upon Westminster Bridge?
- Upon Westminster Bridge has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
- What genre is Upon Westminster Bridge?
- Upon Westminster Bridge is a Documentary film.
- Where was Upon Westminster Bridge produced?
- Upon Westminster Bridge was produced in United Kingdom.