Big Smoke, Big Screen

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What if you gathered together some of the UK's most passionate film critics and asked them to explore the subject of London and cinema?Big Smoke, Big Screen features 20 essays combining film analysis, history, and personal reflection. This collection, ranging from love letters, laments, and directorial deep dives, touching on subjects as diverse as pubs, Paddington, and Palmers Green, contemplates the ever-changing relationship between celluloid and the city, tracing how we live in and perceive London through its rich cinematic culture - both in person and on screen.Includes 200+ film recommendations