I, Daniel Blake Context

Question 1

1. What kind of film is I, Daniel Blake?
2. Which 2 organisations did it receive funding from?
3. How many did it gross in box office rates? ($)

Answer 1

1. An independent social realist film.
2. BFI & BBC Films.
3. Over $8 million.

Question 2

1. Which award did the film win?
   - It was also nominated for several _______.
2. Which issues does I, Daniel Blake address?
   - Give 3 examples.
3. Ken Loach is a well known _______ ___________ known for his __________ political views.

Answer 2

1. Palme d’Or at Cannes.
   - BAFTAs.
2. Contemporary British issues.
   - Poverty, the Welfare System and the Work Capability Assessment.
3. Social Campaigner, socialist.