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Black Jack

Black Jack (1979)

Historical, Action, Comedy, Adventure | UK

Director: Ken Loach

London Live | Saturday, 25 November 2023 | 11:00

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Saturday, 25 November 2023 11:00

Thursday, 23 November 2023 13:00

Tuesday, 21 November 2023 14:45

Thursday, 26 October 2023 13:00

Monday, 23 October 2023 14:50

Rating: 6.5/10

SYNOPSIS

A rediscovered classic from director Ken Loach (THE WIND THAT SHAKES THE BARLEY, KES) and one of the inspirations for Wes Anderson's MOONRISE KINGDOM, BLACK JACK is a dark and complex adventure film set in the 18th century and based on Leon Garfield's novel for children. When French thief "Black Jack" kidnaps young Tolly, a journey begins that includes traveling fairs, murder and the rescue of a young girl from a private insane asylum. While shot primarily in 16mm and on a modest budget on location in Yorkshire, Chris Menges' photography, the enchanting performances by its young cast and Loach's gentle, observational style all shine through.

Actors

Writer: Leon Garfield, Ken Loach

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