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Director: Christopher Menaul
Cast: Lesley Sharp, Mark Benton, Ross Boatman, Nick Holder
Television drama based on a true story about a group of planespotters wrongly accused of being spies. 14 planespotters are arrested for behaving 'suspiciously' at an air base in Greece and are accused of being spies because of the telescopes, radio scanners and aircraft serial numbers they have in their possession. They plead their innocence but the farce turns into a nightmare when the group are held in squalid Greek prisons.
Why you might like this:
Fans of drama and social commentary will appreciate the compelling true story of Planespotting (2005), which explores the absurd persecution of a group of innocent planespotters wrongly accused of being spies. Director Christopher Menaul crafts a comedic yet poignant portrayal of the ordeal, anchored by strong performances from the ensemble cast including Lesley Sharp and Mark Benton.
Aircraft spotting or planespotting is a hobby consisting of observing and tracking aircraft, which is usually accomplished by photography or videography. Besides monitoring aircraft, planespotters also record information regarding airports, air traffic control communications, airline routes, and more.
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