1982    61mDocumentary, Music
7.3
A portrait of Salford-born poet, storyteller and comic, John Cooper-Clarke. His poems, a satirical blend of humour and social comment, are delivered at a fast pace, often with musical backing. His style, and that of his contemporary Linton Kwesi Johnson, have influenced a generation of younger poets involved in a revival of popular poetry in Britain.
Directed by Nick May

Where to Watch Ten Years in an Open Necked Shirt

  • John Cooper ClarkeSelf
  • Linton Kwesi JohnsonSelf
  • Hilary MasonMother Cyrene
  • Andy de la TourRaoul
  • Sally CranfieldLost Woman
  • Jules DeelderSelf
  • Michele RobertsSelf
  • Seething WellsSelf
  • Nick MayDirector
  • Elizabeth Taylor-MeadProducer
  • Rodney WilsonExecutive Producer
  • Peter BerryProducer
  • Oliver StapletonDirector Of Photography
  • John MisterEditor
  • Donna GreyProduction Assistant

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