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50 Years Legal
Genres
Documentary
Overview
Leading activists and commentators explore the changes that have taken place since homosexuality was decriminalised in the UK in 1967 and the influence of gay culture on society.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
90 min
Release Date
2017-06-27
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
4
Vote Average
7.2
Cast
Meet the talented actors who bring the movie to life.
Olly Alexander
Self
Marc Almond
Self
Stephen K. Amos
Self
Steve Blame
Self
John Browne
Self
Simon Callow
Self
Michael Cashman
Self
Julian Clary
Self
Evan Davis
Self
Stephen Fry
Self
Angela Eagle
Self
Paul Gambaccini
Self
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