To mark the Queen's Diamond Jubilee the BFI has conducted an extensive search through the National Archive to unearth a wealth of fascinating and illuminating footage on a range of Royalty-related subjects.

A Royal Occasion is a specially-curated 2-DVD edition which draws upon a number of specially-cared for archival collections to build a comprehensive historical survey of the royal family from the late Victorian era (including Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee) up to the Queen’s Coronation in 1953. This superb collection offers the opportunity to see a number of rare and previously unseen films from the National Archive, include silent films, and early colour productions.

Extra features:

• All films newly transferred from original materials preserved in the BFI National Archive

• Includes comprehensive booklet with newly commissioned essays and detailed film notes, along with full credits for each film