Rent A Year to Remember: 1958 (1958)
0h 58min
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- Synopsis:
'A Year to Remember', the classic series that recalls the definitive events of the 20th Century, compiles contemporary news coverage drawn from the world-famous British Pathe archive. Pathe News set the standard for cinematic journalism, keeping audiences both informed and entertained for nearly six decades.This programme does the same for a new generation and details not only the major political issues that dominated the day, but also key social changes and cultural trends. This hour-long episode chronicles that remarkable year, 1958. This was a year of change. In France, de Gaulle created The Fifth Republic, revolution swept King Faisal from power in Iraq, and Pope Pius XII was succeeded by John XXIII. The British population was becoming increasingly younger and more diverse. Racial tension erupted on London streets, while Rock'n'Roll and coffee bars became symbols of a new youth culture. But perhaps the most surprising incident of the year was the Manchester United plane disaster in Munich, which shocked and saddened the entire nation. 1958 was certainly a year to remember. - Studio:
- Delta Home Entertainment
- Genres:
- British TV, TV Classics, TV Documentaries
