British films in the 21st century
So what does the first decade of the 21st century hold for truly British Cinema – I would have to speculate rather depressingly. In terms of actors and actresses there are plenty still begin discovered and Jude Law, Clive Owen, Keira Knightly Christian Bale, Ioan Gruffudd and Damian Lewis carry the candle. In terms of quilt British film making Billy Elliott and Bend it like Beckham are two that would make it onto my short list.
The government needs to be serious about funding and plough a great deal more into the film industry and establish a quality British production company.
The turn of the new century also saw a revival of sorts of the British horror film, with The Hole, 28 Days Later, Dog Soldiers and the comedy Shaun of the Dead being among the more successful examples.
Source: PJ Martin - The History of British Cinema
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