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All Out! Dancing in Dulais
Dancing in Dulias was made by members of Lesbians and Gays Support the Miners (LGSM) and Lesbians Against Pit Closures during and immediate after the 1984/85 minders strike. Like the forthcoming movie, Pride, it documents the interactions between lesbians and gay men and the miners and their families in Dulais in South Wales - only this time it's the real thing. As well as some memorable footage that includes the Blaenant Lodge banner leading the 1985 Lesbian and Gay Pride march and LGSM members struggling with bingo at the local community hall, the film documents the wider political impact of this seemingly unlikely alliance. (cont. http://www.cambridgefilmfestival.org.uk/films/2014/dancing-in-dulais#sthash.HScQCj7E.dpuf)
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Plot Summary
This documentary explores the lives and struggles of striking miners in the Dulais Valley, South Wales, during the 1984-85 Miners' Strike. It offers a personal and emotional perspective on the impact of the strike on the community, highlighting their resilience and solidarity in the face of adversity. The film captures the everyday realities and the spirit of the mining families.
Critical Reception
The film was well-received for its raw and poignant portrayal of the miners' strike, offering an intimate look at a significant period in British industrial history. It was praised for its authentic voice and the powerful human stories it presented.
What Reviewers Say
A powerful and authentic look at the Dulais Valley miners' strike.
Highlights the resilience and solidarity of the mining community.
Offers a deeply human and emotional perspective on industrial conflict.
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Awards & Accolades
Nominated for the Grand Prix at the Tampere International Film Festival.
Fun Fact
The film was made by a team of filmmakers who lived in the Dulais Valley for the duration of the strike, allowing for a deeply embedded and intimate perspective.
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