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Greenwich Information – The Old Royal Navy College is a masterful centrepiece of architecture in Maritime Greenwich. Designed by Christopher Wren the Navy College is a World Heritage site described by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) as being of “outstanding universal value” and the “finest and most dramatically sited architectural and landscape ensemble in the British Isles”.

History of Greenwich

Greenwich is part of Greater London. It houses many remarkable structures from the 17th and 18th centuries. Greenwich is nestled along the southern bank of the river, stretching from Greenwich in the east to Thamesmead including Blackheath, Woolwich, Charlton, as well as Plumstead. The town centre is nestled in the middle. The main attractions include The National Maritime Museum, Cutty Sark, Queen’s House and Royal Observatory, all of which are situated in and around Greenwich Park.

Greenwich town centre is a distinctive and world-renowned tourist destination. It has a lot more to offer both the local people as well as visitors, including magnificent museums and visitor attractions, elegant riverside walks as well as breath taking views from the Royal Park. These characteristics, combined with close links to Britain’s Stuart and Tudor sovereigns, give Greenwich a matchless emblematic identity.

This world heritage site has played a pivotal role in the history of England’s sea power for more than 4 centuries and today the town boasts its maritime history. The history of this town is linked to that of the Park, the Thames and the Royal Hospital for the sailors. Crammed with river workers and naval pensioners, Greenwich was the maritime and a place of most popular resort for the residents of London

Greenwich history

Greenwich has a varied history dating back to the Roman era and probably earlier. The ancient Londoners were known to have resided in nearby Charlton and scientists have discovered many pre-historic and Bronze Age relics in the nearby River Thames. The remains of the Roman temple were discovered back in in the year 1902 at the Greenwich Park. A section of one of the floors can be seen even today and some of the remains found at the site, encompassing pottery and coins, are now preserved at the Greenwich Heritage Centre.

After the Romans left Britain, the next invaders were the Saxons. An Anglo-Saxon cemetery was discovered in the 10th century within Greenwich Park. There is documented evidence regarding property in Greenwich that belonged to the Saxon King Edgar. The hugely complex saga of the real ownership of this ancient property strolls through the history of Greenwich much as the beautiful river on which it stands curves and bends.

After the Saxons left around 10th century, the Danes invaded Greenwich. Their longboats were moor at Greenwich and in 1012 the Danes abducted St Alfege. He was later killed by the Danes at the site where Hawksmoor’s Church of St Alfege lies. The present building was designed by Nicholas Hawks moor who was trained by Sir Christopher Wren. The church was completed in the year 1718.The Danish left Greenwich in the early 1400s.

In 16th century Henry VII owned the palace at Greenwich town. Henry VIII and his daughters Elizabeth and Mary were born in the palace. But in the 16th century Charles II demolished the palace. James I decided to construct a new house at Greenwich for his Queen Anne of Denmark. The structure was called the Queens House and was the very first classical structure in England. The structure was completed in 1637. Nonetheless, Anne died before it was completed and it was rendered to the wife of Charles I.

Having held the former royal palace from 15th century to 1670, the site has evolved through a number of changing roles. Royal Hospital for Seamen was established in 1696 to 1869, its school 1712 to 1933, Royal Naval College 1872 to 1998. Dreadnought Seamen’s Hospital was built from 1870 to 1980 and National Maritime Museum since 1937. Read More on Greenwich as a World Heritage Site

What Is GMT?

What is Greenwich Meantime (GMT) and how does it Relate to World Time?

GMT or Greenwich Mean Time is usually used for Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). It does not take into account the precise accuracy on the basis of fractions of a second. Usually, most people refer to GMT as a term which can be interchanged with UTC. However, there are some differences between these two concepts. In this article, we will tell you everything about Greenwich Mean Time and its relation to other world time zones.GMT – An Overview

In 1884, Greenwich Mean Time was adopted as the world’s standard time. This happened during the Washington Meridian Conference. During this conference, Universal Time was also established. Universal Time gave rise to the international 24-hour time zone system. As a result, every time zone refers back to GMT on the prime meridian. Since the 19th century, prime meridian at Greenwich, England has served as the line of reference for GMT. The time of time of this city is taken as a reference for the whole world. The time of other cities of the world only calculated related to the time of this city.

At first, Greenwich Mean Time was calculated as per the 24-hour clock, beginning at noon. However, the scenario changed in 1925, when the day of GMT was considered to start at midnight. After a while, GMT Greenwich Time zone was renamed to Universal Time (UT). Sometimes, it is also referred as UT0. On the other hand, t is called UT1 when irregular movements of terrestrial poles are taken into account. Also known as Chandler Wobble, this happens because Earth’s poles never spin in a straight line.

Development of Different Time Systems

UT1 was followed by the formulation of a new concept. This one was known as UT2. It aimed to correct certain seasonal variations to give precise and accurate time. With the development of mechanical clocks, Atomic Time came into existence.

There are many different time services around the world. Their combined mean version is used as International Atomic Time (TAI). This one is the international atomic time scale. It is based on many different atomic clocks. However, unlike UT1, developed from GMT, it does not take into account the Earth’s rotation. As a result, one more standard for civil time is Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).

Development of UTC

The difference between UTC and TAI are important seconds. If you add or subtract seconds from TAI, it results in UTC. This difference is also known as a leap second. A leap second is measured by an atomic clock, and added to or subtracted from UTC, to make it similar to astronomical time within 0.9 second. All the timing centres in the world like to keep their timescales synchronised with UTC. Therefore, all these scales are known as Coordinated Universal Time.

Usually, GMT is often called UTC. However, this reference means UT1. Since 1972, UTC has been the universal time broadcast by radio stations around the globe. Popularly, it is known as GMT Greenwich Mean Time zone. UTC is unofficially known as Zulu Time. It is also used in aviation to avoid any confusion between time zones and daylight saving time.

Some Other Time Systems

Astronomers also used other time systems to measure time. Some popular examples include:

Terrestrial Dynamical Time
Ephemeris Time
Terrestrial Dynamical Time (TDT) is 32.184 seconds ahead of TAI. Terrestrial Dynamical Time is also called Terrestrial Time (TT). It has a unit of duration 86400 SI seconds. Astronomers use TDT to calculate planetary positions with respect to the Earth’s center. The difference between UT1 and TDT is known as Delta T. TDT was first used in 1984. Prior to TDT, astronomers used Ephemeris Time (ET) to gather information about planetary positions. Ephemeris Time was the closest approximation before atomic clocks. It helped astronomers keep a track of planetary positions and motions.

Other important time systems in the world include :

Barycentric Dynamical Time (TDB)
Barycentric Coordinate Time (TCB)
Sidereal Time
Geocentric Coordinate Time (TCG)

GMT Greenwich Time zone is recognized by people all across the globe. Over time, people have come to adopt this system as a standard for civil time. However, other time zones mentioned in the article are also equally important for different purposes. Understanding how different time zones work will give you a better idea about their purpose and functioning. The standard Greenwich clock is located at the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, England.

Movies Filmed In Greenwich

Greenwich and the amazing buildings around the Naval College, Park and University offer a stunning back drop for filming spectacular Hollywood scenes. Over the years many films from the new Thor Movie and Pirates of The Caribbean to Patriot Games and Four Weddings and a funeral have been filmed there. It’s a fantastic location that’s won over Hollywood and it’s free to visit and roam the grounds and explore the buildings including the Painted Chapel and Painted Hall and who knows you might just bump into Johnny Depp, Chris Hemsworth, Ricky Gervais, Angelina Jolie and more…

Here are some of the many actors that have filmed in Greenwich London: Cate Blanchett, Jackie Chan, Sean Connery, Judi Dench, Johnny Depp, Rupert Everett, Albert Finney, Colin Firth, Harrison Ford, Steven Fry, Iain Glen, Richard Griffiths, Jane Horrocks, Bob Hoskins,Kate Hudson, Angelina Jolie, Keira Knightley, Helen Mirren, Jeremy Northam, Simon Pegg, Tony Robinson, Geoffrey Rush, Sharon Stone, Emma Thompson, Owen Wilson,Kate Winslet, Fann Wong, …

Below are some of the movies and blockbusters filmed in London Greenwich.

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The Muppets….Again (2014)
The Muppets…Again! is an upcoming American musical comedy mystery film, directed by James Bobin, written by Bobin and Nicholas Stoller and a semi-sequel to the 2011’s The Muppets. David Hoberman and Todd Lieberman who produced the previous film will return, as well as musician Bret McKenzie. The film stars The Muppets, Ricky Gervais, Tina Fey, Ty Burrell.
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Thor: The Dark World (2013)
Thor: The Dark World is an upcoming American superhero film featuring the Marvel Comics character Thor, produced by Marvel Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. Wikipedia
Initial release: November 6, 2013 (France)
Director: Alan Taylor
Costume design: Wendy Partridge
Screenplay: Don Payne, Robert Rodat
Story by: Stan Lee, Larry Lieber, Jack Kirby

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Les Misérables (2012)
Les Misérables is a 2012 British musical drama film produced by Working Title Films and distributed by Universal Pictures. Wikipedia
Initial release: December 5, 2012 (United Kingdom)
Director: Tom Hooper
Running time: 157 minutes
Initial DVD release: March 22, 2013 (USA)
Awards: Academy Award for Makeup

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Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows (2011)
Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows is a 2011 British–American action mystery film directed by Guy Ritchie and produced by Joel Silver, Lionel Wigram, Susan Downey and Dan Lin. Wikipedia
Initial release: December 14, 2011 (Hong Kong)
Director: Guy Ritchie
Running time: 129 minutes
Screenplay: Kieran Mulroney, Michele Mulroney
Awards: Golden Trailer Award for Best Action TV Spot

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Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides (2011)
Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides is a 2011 fantasy adventure film and the fourth instalment in the Pirates of the Caribbean series. Wikipedia
Initial release: May 20, 2011 (USA)
Director: Rob Marshall
Adapted from: On Stranger Tides
Prequel: Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End
Sequel: Pirates of the Caribbean 5

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The Iron Lady (2011)
The Iron Lady is a 2011 British semi-biographical film based on the life of Margaret Thatcher, the longest-serving Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of the 20th century. The film was directed by Phyllida Lloyd. Wikipedia
Initial release: December 26, 2011 (Australia, New Zealand)
Director: Phyllida Lloyd
Running time: 105 minutes
Screenplay: Abi Morgan
Awards: Academy Award for Actress in a Leading Role, More
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The King’s Speech (2010)
The King’s Speech is a 2010 British historical drama film directed by Tom Hooper and written by David Seidler. Colin Firth plays King George VI who, to cope with a stammer, sees Lionel Logue, an Australian speech therapist played by Geoffrey Rush. Wikipedia
Initial release: September 6, 2010 (USA)
Director: Tom Hooper
Running time: 119 minutes
Screenplay: David Seidler
Awards: Academy Award for Best Picture

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Sherlock Holmes (2009)
Sherlock Holmes is a 2009 British–American action mystery film based on the character of the same name created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. The film was directed by Guy Ritchie and produced by Joel Silver, Lionel Wigram, Susan Downey and Dan Lin. Wikipedia
Initial release: December 24, 2009 (Croatia, Kuwait, Malaysia, …)
Director: Guy Ritchie
Cinematography: Philippe Rousselot
Music: Hans Zimmer
Genres: Action film, Crime Fiction, Thriller, Adventure film, Mystery

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The Wolf Man (2009)
The Wolfman is a 2010 American remake of the 1941 classic werewolf horror film of the same name. This film’s second half was significantly altered and expanded from the original film’s plot. Wikipedia
Initial release: January 27, 2010 (Rome)
Director: Joe Johnston
Story by: Curt Siodmak
Budget: 150 million USD
Screenplay: Andrew Kevin Walker, David Self

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The Golden Compass (2007)
The Golden Compass is a 2007 fantasy-adventure film based on Northern Lights, the first novel in Philip Pullman’s trilogy His Dark Materials. Wikipedia
Initial release: November 27, 2007 (United Kingdom)
Director: Chris Weitz
Story by: Philip Pullman
Featured song: Lyra
Screenplay: Chris Weitz

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The Good Night (2007)
The Good Night is a 2007 romantic comedy film written and directed by Jake Paltrow. The film stars his sister Gwyneth Paltrow, Penélope Cruz, Martin Freeman, Danny DeVito, Simon Pegg and others. Wikipedia
Initial release: October 5, 2007 (USA)
Director: Jake Paltrow
Running time: 95 minutes
Initial DVD release: April 1, 2008
Screenplay: Jake Paltrow

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Amazing Grace (2006)
Amazing Grace is a 2006 American-British biographical drama film directed by Michael Apted, about the campaign against slave trade in the British Empire, led by William Wilberforce, who was responsible … Wikipedia
Initial release: February 23, 2007 (USA)
Director: Michael Apted
Screenplay: Steven Knight
Music: David Arnold
Awards: Christopher Award for Feature Films

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Garfield: A Tail of Two Kitties (2006)
Garfield: A Tail of Two Kitties is a theatrical sequel to the 2004 live-action feature film Garfield: The Movie. Wikipedia
Initial release: June 15, 2006
Director: Tim Hill
Prequel: Garfield: The Movie
Sequel: Garfield Gets Real
Initial DVD release: October 10, 2006

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The Queen (2006)
The Queen is a 2006 British drama film directed by Stephen Frears, written by Peter Morgan, and starring Helen Mirren in the title role of Elizabeth II. Wikipedia
Initial release: October 6, 2006 (USA)
Director: Stephen Frears
Screenplay: Peter Morgan
Prequel: The Deal
Awards: Academy Award for Actress in a Leading Role

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Starter for Ten (2006)
Starter for 10 is a 2006 British-American comedy-drama film directed by Tom Vaughan from a screenplay by David Nicholls, adapted from his own novel Starter for Ten. Wikipedia
Initial release: October 15, 2006 (USA)
Director: Tom Vaughan
Running time: 92 minutes
Initial DVD release: July 31, 2007
Screenplay: David Nicholls

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Revolver (2005)
Revolver is a 2005 film co-written and directed by Guy Ritchie and starring Jason Statham, Ray Liotta and André 3000. Wikipedia
Initial release: December 7, 2007 (USA)
Director: Guy Ritchie
Running time: 115 minutes
Producers: Virginie Silla, Luc Besson, Marty Katz
Genres: Thriller, Crime Fiction, Crime Thriller, Drama, Gangster Film

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Layer Cake (2004)

Layer Cake is a 2004 British crime thriller produced and directed by Matthew Vaughn, in his directorial debut. It is based on the novel Layer Cake by J. J. Connolly. Starring Daniel Craig. Wikipedia

Initial release: June 10, 2005 (USA)
Director: Matthew Vaughn
Screenplay: J. J. Connolly
Budget: 4 million GBP
Music: Lisa Gerrard, Ilan Eshkeri

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A Different Loyalty (2004)
A Different Loyalty is a 2004 drama film inspired by the story of British traitor Kim Philby’s love affair and marriage to Eleanor Brewer in Beirut and his eventual defection to the Soviet Union. Wikipedia
Initial release: May 16, 2004
Director: Marek Kanievska
Running time: 104 minutes
Initial DVD release: May 10, 2005
Producer: Michael Lionello Cowan

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Finding Neverland (2004)
Finding Neverland is a 2004 semi-biographical film about playwright J. M. Barrie and his relationship with a family who inspired him to create Peter Pan, directed by Marc Forster. Wikipedia
Initial release: November 24, 2004 (USA)
Director: Marc Forster
Screenplay: David Magee
Story by: Allan Knee
Awards: Academy Award for Original Music Score

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Bright Young Things (2003)
Bright Young Things is a 2003 British drama film written and directed by Stephen Fry. The screenplay, based on the 1930 novel Vile Bodies by Evelyn Waugh, provides satirical social commentary about the … Wikipedia
Initial release: August 20, 2004 (USA)
Director: Stephen Fry
Running time: 106 minutes
Initial DVD release: February 8, 2005
Screenplay: Stephen Fry

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Stage Beauty (2003)
Stage Beauty is a 2004 British-American-German romantic period drama directed by Richard Eyre. The screenplay by Jeffrey Hatcher is based on his play Compleat Female Stage Beauty, which was inspired by … Wikipedia
Initial release: May 8, 2004
Director: Richard Eyre
Running time: 109 minutes
Initial DVD release: March 8, 2005
Screenplay: Jeffrey Hatcher

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Shanghai Knights (2003)
Shanghai Knights is a 2003 action-comedy film. It is the sequel to Shanghai Noon. It was directed by David Dobkin and written by Alfred Gough and Miles Millar. Wikipedia
Initial release: February 3, 2003 (USA)
Director: David Dobkin
Running time: 114 minutes
Prequel: Shanghai Noon
Initial DVD release: July 15, 2003

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What a Girl Wants (2003)
What a Girl Wants is a 2003 American film starring Amanda Bynes, Colin Firth, Kelly Preston and Oliver James. Directed by Dennie Gordon, the film is a remake of the 1958 film The Reluctant Debutante, which was based on the play of the same name. Wikipedia
Initial release: March 27, 2003
Director: Dennie Gordon
Running time: 105 minutes
Initial DVD release: August 5, 2003
Screenplay: Elizabeth Chandler, Jenny Bicks, William Douglas-Home

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The Four Feathers (2002)
The Four Feathers is a 2002 action drama film directed by Shekhar Kapur, starring Heath Ledger, Wes Bentley, Djimon Hounsou and Kate Hudson. Wikipedia
Initial release: September 20, 2002 (USA)
Director: Shekhar Kapur
Running time: 131 minutes
Initial DVD release: February 18, 2003
Budget: 80 million USD

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Charlotte Gray (2001)
Charlotte Gray is a 2001 British–Australian–German drama film directed by Gillian Armstrong and adapted from the novel of the same name by Sebastian Faulks. Wikipedia
Initial release: December 28, 2001 (USA)
Director: Gillian Armstrong
Running time: 121 minutes
Initial DVD release: July 9, 2002
Screenplay: Jeremy Brock

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Lara Croft: Tomb Raider (2001)
Lara Croft: Tomb Raider is a 2001 adventure and fantasy film adapted from the Tomb Raider video game series. Wikipedia
Initial release: June 15, 2001
Director: Simon West
Budget: 94 million USD
Adapted from: Tomb Raider, Tomb Raider
Screenplay: Patrick Massett, John Zinman

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The Mummy Returns (2001)
The Mummy Returns is a 2001 American adventure film written and directed by Stephen Sommers, starring Brendan Fraser, Rachel Weisz, John Hannah, Arnold Vosloo, Oded Fehr, Patricia Velásquez and Freddie Boath. Wikipedia
Initial release: April 29, 2001
Director: Stephen Sommers
Sequel: The Mummy – Tomb of the Dragon Emperor
Prequels: The Mummy, The Scorpion King
Genres: Action film, Adventure film, Fantasy, Horror, Thriller

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Lorna Doone (2000)
Lorna Doone: A Romance of Exmoor is a novel by English author Richard Doddridge Blackmore, published in 1869. Wikipedia
Author: R. D. Blackmore
Illustrator: Lionel Edwards
Characters: John Ridd, Carver Doone, Sir Ensor Doone, ‘Counsellor’ Doone, Lorna Doone
Genres: Children’s literature, Romance novel, Fiction
Adaptations: Lorna Doone (1934), Lorna Doone (1922)
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Quills (2000)
Quills is a 2000 period film directed by Philip Kaufman and adapted from the Obie award-winning play by Doug Wright, who also wrote the original screenplay. Wikipedia
Initial release: December 15, 2000 (USA)
Director: Philip Kaufman
Running time: 124 minutes
Screenplay: Doug Wright
Initial DVD release: May 8, 2001

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A Christmas Carol (1999)
Christmas Carol is a 1999 television film adaptation of Charles Dickens’s famous novel A Christmas Carol. It was directed by David Hugh Jones and stars Patrick Stewart as Ebenezer Scrooge and Richard E. Grant as Bob Cratchit. The film was produced after Patrick Stewart performed a series of successful theatrical readings of “A Christmas Carol” on Broadway and in London. The film aired on the TNT Network.
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An Ideal Husband (1999)
An Ideal Husband is a 1999 film based on the play An Ideal Husband of the same name written by Oscar Wilde. The film stars Jeremy Northam, Rupert Everett, Julianne Moore, Minnie Driver and Oscar winning actress Cate Blanchett. Wikipedia
Initial release: April 16, 1999
Director: Oliver Parker
Running time: 98 minutes
Screenplay: Oliver Parker
Awards: Evening Standard British Film Award for Best Actor

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The Avengers (1998)
The Avengers is a 1998 American action spy film adaptation of the British television series of the same name from the 1960s. The film was directed by Jeremiah Chechik. Wikipedia
Initial release: August 14, 1998
Director: Jeremiah S. Chechik
Running time: 89 minutes
Initial DVD release: January 12, 1999
Screenplay: Don Macpherson, Sydney Newman
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Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994)
Four Weddings and a Funeral is a 1994 British romantic comedy film directed by Mike Newell. It was the first of several films by screenwriter Richard Curtis to feature Hugh Grant. Wikipedia
Initial release: March 9, 1994
Director: Mike Newell
Screenplay: Richard Curtis
Producer: Duncan Kenworthy
Awards: BAFTA Award for Best Film

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The Madness of King George (1994)
The Madness of King George is a 1994 film directed by Nicholas Hytner and adapted by Alan Bennett from his own play, The Madness of George III. Wikipedia
Initial release: December 28, 1994 (USA)
Director: Nicholas Hytner
Running time: 110 minutes
Screenplay: Alan Bennett
Initial DVD release: June 5, 2001

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Doctor Who: Dimensions in Time (1993)
Dimensions in Time is a charity special crossover between the British science fiction television series Doctor Who and the soap opera EastEnders that ran in two parts on 26 and 27 November 1993. It was filmed on the EastEnders Albert Square set and features several of the stars of that programme at the time. Produced for the Children in Need charity, following Doctor Who’s hiatus in 1989 this special was the only dramatisation broadcast in celebration of the show’s 30th anniversary.
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Patriot Games (1992)
Patriot Games is a 1992 action-suspense film directed by Phillip Noyce and based on Tom Clancy’s novel of the same name. It is a sequel to the 1990 film The Hunt for Red October. Wikipedia
Initial release: June 5, 1992
Director: Phillip Noyce
Prequel: The Hunt for Red October
Sequel: Clear and Present Danger
Screenplay: W. Peter Iliff, Donald E. Stewart

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The Charge of the Light Brigade (1968)
The Charge of the Light Brigade is a 1968 British war film made by Woodfall Film Productions and distributed by United Artists. It was directed by Tony Richardson and produced by Neil Hartley. Wikipedia
Initial release: October 11, 1968 (USA)
Director: Tony Richardson
Running time: 139 minutes
Initial DVD release: May 7, 2002
Screenplay: John Osborne, Charles Wood

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About Greenwich

The Royal Borough of Greenwich is famous for Greenwich Mean Time where the 0’0’00” meridian line starts the world’s time. A beautiful location filled with world heritage sites, Greenwich in London is situated in South East London on the south side of the Thames River. Starting in zone 2, Greenwich is only two train stops from London Bridge and a few DLR stops from the Canary Wharf financial district. 5.5 miles (8.9km) south east of Charing Cross, Greenwich attracts visitors and tourists from around London and the world.

One of the foremost locations for the 2012 London Olympics, Greenwich is filled with historical attractions and boasts some of the most spectacular architecture in London. Whether a local or a tourist there is plenty do from visiting the Cutty Sark, National Maritime Museum, and Royal Observatory, to wandering the beautiful Greenwich Park grounds, shopping in the market, and more. A great place for families, the borough has some of the best entertainment and options for a day out in London.

A great mix of classic and modern, Greenwich in London is surrounded by a mix of traditional buildings as well as new and modern developments. In the heart of Greenwich you will find the Royal Naval College, National Maritime Museum, Queens House, and the University set within the beautiful grounds over-looking the Thames River, Canary Wharf and the 02 Arena.

Still capturing the essence of historical, maritime London, England, the grounds around the park, university and naval college have become a popular location for Hollywood with films including Thor Dark World (2013), Pirates of The Caribbean: On Stranger Tides (2011), The Wolfman (2010), Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994) and many more.

Whether you are looking to take in some art, culture and history, enjoy a riverside stroll, relax in the park, enjoy some food and a local pint, or have a quiet tea or coffee, Greenwich offers a fantastic range of options for the whole family.

A short ride on the train, bus or river boat to and from central London (Zone 1), Greenwich offers fantastic surroundings, facilities, accommodation, attractions, and activities for residents, businesses and visitors.