A Life of Dissent: Edward and Dorothy Thompson

E. P. Thompson, a British historian, poet, novelist and activist, was a voice of dissent in the dogmatic political environment of 20th century Europe. As a member of the New Left, his work and activism sought to bridge the gap between Marxist theory and practice, and to heal the fracture of the Cold War divide

Directed by Alexandra Anderson, A Life of Dissent: Edward and Dorothy Thompson leans on a strong ensemble — E.P. Thompson, Dorothy Thompson — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about documentary titles of 1993.