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  • Royal Heritage (1952)
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    Short | 28 min | Documentary, Short, Biography
Royal Heritage (1952)
Approved
Short | 28 min | Documentary, Short, Biography
A preview of the (then) upcoming coronation ceremony for Queen Elizabeth II. It explains how the young queen is carrying on a tradition unbroken in 250 years by the British sovereignty, from George I. It shows how the new Queen is a ...See moreA preview of the (then) upcoming coronation ceremony for Queen Elizabeth II. It explains how the young queen is carrying on a tradition unbroken in 250 years by the British sovereignty, from George I. It shows how the new Queen is a descendant from the first Sruart and the first Tudor, down the line to Charlemagne. Historical places in London, in connection with the ceremony, are shown along with the personages involved. The commentary is spoken by Robert Donat, with music written by William Alwyn and played by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. Written by Les Adams See less
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Director
Diana Pine
Writer
Dermot Morrah
Producer
Ian Dalrymple
Composer
William Alwyn
Cinematographer
Fred Gamage
Editor
Derek York
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May 7, 1953 (United States)

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