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Fitting tribute to a reel radical
A new documentary shows Ken Loach’s left-wing commitment is as strong as ever, says MARIA DUARTE

Versus: The Life and Films of Ken Loach (12A)
Directed by Louise Osmond
4/5

DESCRIBED as one of the most subversive left-wing directors in this country — and a gentleman by one of his friends and producers — this new documentary is a wonderfully insightful yet provocative look at the life and 50-year-long career of Ken Loach.

Fast approaching 80 and triumphant from his Palme d’Or win at this year’s Cannes film festival for I, Daniel Blake, there is no stopping Loach.

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