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The Divine Right of Kings

https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b0080xph

 

Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the Divine Right of Kings. The idea that kingly authority derives from God alone bit deep into the culture of 17th century Britain.

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Enrichment and Work Experience Opportunities in Film Studies

The Lost Boys Revision

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The Power of Music in Film

Suspense in Films

Remains by Simon Armitage - Revision 1 - GCSE English Literature - BBC Bitesize

Do the Right Thing Scene Analysis

The Wave: the first autocracy lesson, part 1 (clip 2 of 9)

The Wave: Autocracy clip part 2 (clip 3 of 9)

The Lost Boys - Michael joins David's gang

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Trip to Athens October 2026

WAR HORSE, Norwich Theatre Royal, Thursday 6th November 2025 Places available

Bronze DofE Enrolment Letter 2025-2026

Photography Competition

Duke of Edinburgh Portal

Parents Evening :: Year 12

9S5 Cover 23/10/25

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