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Hanging On

Available online: 23/03/2025
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Director Alfie Barker
United Kingdom 2021
11 minutes
English
A striking visual metaphor captures the uncertainty and strength of community as a neighborhood unites in the face of eviction.

Synopsis

In Oulton, Leeds, an old coal-mining community of over 60 houses still stands. Originally built as temporary council housing but later sold to private investors, these homes now face the threat of demolition, putting a large number of residents at risk of displacement—some of whom have lived there their entire lives. Through a combination of audio interviews and a striking visual metaphor, we uncover the stories of a tightly-knit community, their cherished memories, and the stress and uncertainty surrounding their ongoing campaign to save their homes.

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In Oulton, Leeds, an old coal-mining community of over 60 houses still stands. Originally built as temporary council housing but later sold to private investors, these homes now face the threat of demolition, putting a large number of residents at risk of displacement—some of whom have lived there their entire lives. Through a combination of audio interviews and a striking visual metaphor, we uncover the stories of a tightly-knit community, their cherished memories, and the stress and uncertainty surrounding their ongoing campaign to save their homes.

Full credits

Section
Short Docs
Director
Alfie Barker
Production countries
United Kingdom
Production year
2021
Duration
11 minutes
Producer
Hollie Bryan
Website
https://cosmosquarefilms.co.uk

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