Rent Kes (1969)


British filmmaking showed much of its potential in this marvellous production chronicling the boyhood experiences of Billy, whose expectations lead no further than following his father into the pits when he reaches manhood. Everything changes when he finds Kes, an injured Kestrel, whom he nurses and cherishes back to health. Their relationship becomes symbolic of a doomed attempt to escape the drudgery of the industrial North.
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Kes review by JG

Realistic Slice of Life
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Acclaimed as Ken Loach's best film 'Kes' is a dark, depressing story of one boy who is given hope by training a rescued kestrel. We really feel for Billy Casper as he seems destined for failure; both at school and with his family - particularly his brother who shows only hate to his younger sibling. Loach creates a very plausible and realistic world that is hard to bear but almost impossible to pull away from.
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Rated: 3.9 stars out of 5 from 78 ratings
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Parental Guidance - general viewing but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children
Release Date: 20/01/2003
Production Year: 1969
Run Time: 106 minutes
Aspect Ratio: Full Screen 1.33:1 / 4:3
Format: Pal
Colour: Colour

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