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Release, runtime and language
1987 · 82 mins · English
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Directed by
Ken O’Neill
Starring
Robbie Coltrane, John Cleese, Bob Hoskins, Bob Geldof, Stephen Fry, Jackson Browne

When Amnesty International’s British benefit shows returned in 1987 after a six‑year pause, the format was redesigned to capitalize on the growing involvement of rock musicians. Rather than a comedy‑centric program with occasional musical guests, the event deliberately balanced comedy and live music, giving each equal prominence.

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