An epic portrayal of the events surrounding the infamous 1819 Peterloo Massacre, where a peaceful pro-democracy rally at St Peter’s Field in Manchester turned into one of the bloodiest and most notorious episodes in British history. The massacre saw British government forces charge into a crowd of over 60,000 that had gathered to demand political reform and protest against rising levels of poverty. Many protestors were killed and hundreds more injured, sparking a nationwide outcry but also further government suppression. The Peterloo Massacre was a defining moment in British democracy and also played a significant role in the founding of The Guardian newspaper.
To celebrate the release of Mike Leigh’s historic epic Peterloo we’re giving away a poster signed by the director and a copy of the book by Jacqueline Riding, which includes a foreword by Mike Leigh.
To win simply email filmcompetitions@bfi.org.uk with PETERLOO in the subject header and include your name, address and contact number. Competition closes 23 November 4pm.
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