Books and films

Books and films

Books and films that help us understand collective action.

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  1. Britain’s Revolutionary Summer: The General Strike of 1926

    2026 Edd Mustill United Kingdom Labor history / General strikes / Trade unions

    Midnight, 30 April 1926. Mineowners lock out a million miners.

    Edd Mustill United Kingdom Mining Industry Strikes
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  2. Ken Loach: The Art of Activism

    2023 Pierre Chassagnieux France Documentary; Working-Class Cinema; Labor Politics; Social Justice; Anti-Neoliberalism

    Two times winner of the Palme d'Or, Ken Loach is one of the greatest contemporary filmmakers. This documentary shows in a punk and rebellious tone how Loach uses cinema as a political tool that allows to advocate for the advent of a more just society, by raising viewers' awareness.

    Pierre Chassagnieux United Kingdom France Media and culture
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