Ken Loach

A short history of film, social realism and raw talent
Film

A short history of film, social realism and raw talent

In celebration of new film Lollipop, we look back on the times hard-hitting British films cast undiscovered actors and propelled them to stardom

Anora director Sean Baker on sweeping the Oscars and what his film has in common with Kes
Film

Anora director Sean Baker on sweeping the Oscars and what his film has in common with Kes

Sean Baker is flying the flag for physical media and independent film

The Old Oak: Director Ken Loach and writer Paul Laverty on changing the conversation and challenging cruelty
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The Old Oak: Director Ken Loach and writer Paul Laverty on changing the conversation and challenging cruelty

Ken Loach and Paul Laverty joined Adrian Lobb in the pub ahead of The Old Oak‘s release on 29 September. The new film explores humanity’s instinct for solidarity; and asks how we find hope in a hostile environment

As ‘I, Daniel Blake’ hits the stage, here’s why it’s needed more than ever
Theatre

As ‘I, Daniel Blake’ hits the stage, here’s why it’s needed more than ever

Has Ken Loach just changed the government’s mind with I, Daniel Blake?
Film

Has Ken Loach just changed the government’s mind with I, Daniel Blake?

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Ken Loach: “Housing in this country is a disaster”
Film

Ken Loach: “Housing in this country is a disaster”