Attack the Block: Film Guide

Attack the Block
Attack the Block

Ages

16+

Duration

Short (1-4 activities)

A film guide that looks at Attack the Block (2011), a film about a group of teenagers who find their tower block under attack from deadly aliens.

This guide is useful for exploring subjects including Film Studies and Media Studies, in addition to highlighting topics surrounding racism and prejudice, filmmaking, community and monsters.

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  • Film Studies
  • Media Studies

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