Pride

During the 1984 miners strike a group of LGBT activists decide to raise money for the National Union of Mineworkers. They encounter wary reactions from some miners but press on, driven by a belief that solidarity can cross party lines. Joe Bromley, played by George MacKay, teams with Mark Ashton, portrayed by Ben Schnetzer, as they organize the effort under Lesbians and Gays Support the Miners. Jeff, Cliff, Hefina and others bring humor and grit, turning a political fundraising drive into a human story about unlikely friendships. The film stays focused on people rather than ideology, showing how everyday acts of courage can unite communities.

Pride is directed by Matthew Warchus with a script from Stephen Beresford. Based on real events, the film dramatizes the 1980s movement Lesbians and Gays Support the Miners, translating a powerful but little seen story into a lively ensemble drama about unlikely alliances and collective action. It boasts a broad cast that balances humor with heartfelt moments, and marks Warchus's confident handling of crowd-pleasing tragedy and warmth.

The movie earned about 16.7 million at the worldwide box office, a respectable figure for a British drama comedy released to a modest audience and supported by strong word of mouth.

Beyond its storytelling, Pride sparked discussions about cross community solidarity and how political campaigns can hinge on personal connections. By bringing to the screen the Lesbians and Gays Support the Miners alliance, it left a footprint in British cinema for portraying activist history with humor and humanity.

Critics praised the performances, especially the chemistry among the ensemble, and the balance of wit with weighty subject matter. The film foregrounds themes of solidarity across class lines, moral courage in uncertain times, and the idea that small acts can sustain larger social movements.