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The Ponds (2019)

| Documentary | 10 January 2019 (UK)
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In a world of constant flux and chaos, it's almost a shock to discover some experiences remain unchanged, natural, primitive even. In the middle of London lies Hampstead Heath, 320 hectares... See full summary »

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Patrick McLennan, Samuel Smith (co-director)

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Patrick McLennan
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In a world of constant flux and chaos, it's almost a shock to discover some experiences remain unchanged, natural, primitive even. In the middle of London lies Hampstead Heath, 320 hectares of forest, parkland and wildlife, plus three swimming ponds. People take the waters in them all year round, just as they did in the time of Keats and Constable. Capturing all the beauty of the English seasons, Patrick McLennan and Samuel Smith filmed the swimmers over 12 months as they shivered, laughed, complained, ruminated, philosophised or simply sought respite from all that life threw at them. The Ponds is a heart-warming celebration of eccentricity and sheer bloody-mindedness as these unusual people, united by a shared passion, meet to take on whatever the weather - and life - throws at them. Written by Patrick McLennan

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Hampstead Heath, Hampstead, London, England, UK
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Absolutely charming!
7 May 2019 | by lindywoodrow-95914 – See all my reviews

What a wonderful film about swimming in the Ponds in Hampstead Heath. The stories of the people are engaging and it makes you want to find a pond and jump init. Absolutely charming, beautiful photography and enchanting people
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