Film
The Marbles (12A)
Dir. David Wilkinson, UK, 2025, 113 mins. Cast. Dame Janet Suzman, Brian Cox, Victoria Hislop.
In 1801 Lord Elgin controversially removed half the Parthenon’s sculptures from their home in Athens, sparking a backlash from his contemporaries. What followed was a 200-year diplomatic battle between Greece and Britain over cultural ownership. This thoughtful documentary reveals the complexities of museum ethics, cultural policy, and the competing claims surrounding ancient artefacts. As the debate continues to evolve during this tale of empire, resistance, and redemption, the question isn’t just about marble sculptures but about how we value and preserve cultural heritage in a post-colonial world.
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In 1801 Lord Elgin controversially removed half the Parthenon’s sculptures from their home in Athens, sparking a backlash from his contemporaries. What followed was a 200-year diplomatic battle between Greece and Britain over cultural ownership. This thoughtful documentary reveals the complexities of museum ethics, cultural policy, and the competing claims surrounding ancient artefacts. As the debate continues to evolve during this tale of empire, resistance, and redemption, the question isn’t just about marble sculptures but about how we value and preserve cultural heritage in a post-colonial world.
For detailed information about the film's age rating and content notices, you can visit the BBFC website and search the film title, then scroll down to the “Content Advice” section: www.bbfc.co.uk