Waiting For Work
Politically passionate and one of the first working class reporters at the 成人论坛, Jack Ashley wanted to show the suffering caused by high unemployment in Hartlepool. (1963)
Politically passionate and one of the first working class reporters at the 成人论坛, Jack Ashley wanted to show the suffering caused by high unemployment in Hartlepool. With no work, no prospects, and little money, Ashley asked how the unemployed reacted to their situation in an increasingly affluent society.
The documentary caused a storm when it was first shown in 1963, bringing Hartlepool鈥檚 problems to the attention of a national audience. After the programme aired parcels were sent to the contributors containing food, clothing, presents for the children and even an abundance of Christmas turkeys from people all over the UK. (1963)
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Credits
Role | Contributor |
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Narrator | Colin Wills |
Camera Operator | Robert Painter |
Film Editor | Keith Latham |
Director | Jack Ashley |
Producer | Jack Ashley |
Broadcast
- Tue 12 Feb 1963 21:25成人论坛 Television Service
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