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Kenneth Charles Loach (born 17 June 1936) is a British film director and screenwriter. His socially critical directing style and socialism are evident in his film treatment of social issues such as poverty (Poor Cow, 1967), homelessness (Cathy Come Home, 1966), and labour rights (Riff-Raff, 1991, and The Navigators, 2001).
IMDb profile of Ken Loach, a British socialist realist director, writer and producer. See his credits, awards, photos, videos and trivia.
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Sep 20, 2024 · Learn about Ken Loach, a British director whose works are considered landmarks of social realism. Explore his filmography, awards, and documentaries on topics such as class, politics, and activism.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Oct 2, 2023 · Ken Loach tells Anthony Frajman how the 1984-5 miners' strike shaped modern Britain, and inspired what could be his final film, The Old Oak.
- Anthony Frajman
Sep 28, 2023 · The celebrated filmmaker behind ‘Kes’ and ‘I, Daniel Blake’ speaks to James Mottram about his latest film, set in a run-down pub in County Durham. He also discusses his expulsion from the Labour Party, his views on the refugee crisis and his voting intentions.
Mar 16, 2023 · The legendary filmmaker reflects on the postwar era, the welfare state, and the crisis facing filmmakers in the U.K. He also discusses his new movie, "The Old Oak," and his views on the monarchy and Jeremy Corbyn.
Jun 3, 2016 · A documentary about the career and works of the British filmmaker Ken Loach, who celebrates his 80th birthday and his 50th film in 2016. Featuring interviews with Loach and his collaborators, as well as clips from his films and TV dramas.
