Look at Life: Eating High

Jan 1, 1966

0h 9m

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Overview

An examination of the 60's trend of top-of-skyscraper revolving restaurants. First an overview of Europe's best then it's a detailed look at the problems involved in running the restaurant at the top of London's Post Office Tower.

Genres

Documentary

Production Companies

The Rank Organisation Special Features Division

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Cast

Self - Commentator

Tim Turner

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Look at Life: Eating High

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