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Toilers of the Sea; Victor Hugo's masterpiece, dedicated to the people of Guernsey, is working its way to the big screen

A film production of the tale of Gilliat is getting ever closer to being realised, with pre-production potentially starting at the beginning of 2022.

The project is a labour of love for its two producers; David Shanks and Joy Mellins.

During their latest visit to the island Express spoke to them about A-list casting, the enduring legacy of the book, and why the film must absolutely be filmed on location, in the seas around Guernsey...

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Toilers of the Sea; Victor Hugo's masterpiece, dedicated to the people of Guernsey, is working its way to the big screen A film production of the tale of Gilliat is getting ever closer to being realised, with pre-production potentially starting at the beginning of 2022. The project is a labour of love for its two producers; David Shanks and Joy Mellins. During their latest visit to the island Express spoke to them about A-list casting, the enduring legacy of the book, and why the film must absolutely be filmed on location, in the seas around Guernsey... ★ Support this podcast ★

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