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Poll: The Best '80s British Movie

A poll by ElMaruecan82
They had the Cure, Genesis, Margaret Thatcher... and the movies. Indeed, if only for the many masterpieces that graced the silver screen, the British could proudly claim "Rule, Brittania! Brittania, rule... the screen!"

Which of these 1980s British movies is your personal favorite?

After voting, you may discuss the list here

Results of 4,074 votes:

  1. 1.

    A Fish Called Wanda (1988)

     
  2. 2.

    Gandhi (1982)

     
  3. 3.

    Brazil (1985)

     
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