Movie Description
Tales From the Reading Room
(2000)Overview
An innovative docu-drama short revealing intimate tales of the many romantic encounters that blossomed amongst scholars during their study in the famous old British Library. This film is shot in the stunning circular reading room, and the production is given unique access to the dramatic closing of the room while removal men briskly pack away the antiquated books once thumbed by the likes of George Bernard Shaw and Karl Marx.
Featured Crew
- Director : Minkie Spiro
- Producer : Elli Jason
- Writer : Minkie Spiro
- Cast : Amanda Boyle
Cast
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Facts
Original TitleTales From the Reading Room
Status Released
Release Information
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2000-10-18
Original LanguageEnglish
Runtime 00h 22m
Homepagehttps://www.minkiespiro.com/reading-room
Genres
- Documentary




















