This Is Soho
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London's most vibrant district hangs in the balance as Soho's legendary inhabitants struggle against commercial transformation.
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- Directors
- Ahmed Peerbux
- Production companies
- Bad Tattoo, Dare Pictures
- Countries
- United Kingdom
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- Post Production
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