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Bill: Film Guide

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11–14

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Short (1-4 activities)

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A film guide that looks at Bill (2015), a barmy historical comedy that tells the story of William Shakespeare's 'lost years' as he journeys to London in search of fame and fortune.

This guide is useful for exploring topics including English, History and Theatre Studies in addition to highlighting themes surrounding Shakespeare, family, historical periods, and storytelling.

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Bill Film Guide

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Bill cast go back to school with Into Film

Bill cast go back to school with Into Film

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Bill: Green Light to Opening Night Part 5 - Edit

Bill: Green Light to Opening Night Part 5 - Edit

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In part four of our exclusive Behind The Scenes look at the making of Bill,
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Bill: Green Light to Opening Night Part 4 - Crew

Bill: Green Light to Opening Night Part 4 - Crew

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Bill: Green Light to Opening Night Part 3 - Cast

Bill: Green Light to Opening Night Part 3 - Cast

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Bill: Green Light to Opening Night Part 2

Bill: Green Light to Opening Night Part 2 - Unit Base

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In part one of our Behind-the-scenes look at the making of Bill, reporter J
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Bill: Green Light to Opening Night Part 1 - Pitch

Bill: Green Light to Opening Night Part 1 - Pitch

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This Resource Supports

  • Literacy
  • Performing Arts
  • English
  • History
  • Before 1800
  • United Kingdom

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