Showing posts with label Biography. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Biography. Show all posts
Friday, June 13, 2014
* The Mystery of Agatha Christie (2013)
David Suchet sets out to unravel the mystery surrounding the life and work of Agatha Christie. Since he first played Hercule Poirot on ITV in 1990, the actor has become closely identified with the dapper Belgian detective who first appeared in The Mysterious Affair at Styles, the novel which launched Christie's career as a crime writer in 1920. One of the best-selling novelists of all time, Christie remains popular with millions of fans 37 years after her death. Suchet asks what gave her stories worldwide appeal and why her enduring characters, such as Poirot and Miss Marple, so captured the imagination of her readers.
Wednesday, June 11, 2014
* Britain's Greatest Pilot: The Extraordinary Story of Captain 'Winkle' Brown (2014)
Captain Eric 'Winkle' Brown recounts his flying experiences, encounters with the Nazis and other adventures leading up to and during the Second World War. Illustrated with archive footage and Captain Brown's own photos.
Sir Kenneth Clark: Portrait of a Civilised Man (2014)
Revealing the man behind the landmark documentary series Civilisation, the Culture Show takes a look at the life of Sir Kenneth Clark. The founder of the Arts Council and independent television, and regarded by many as one of the most influential figures in 20th-century British art, Clark was a staunch defender of Reithian values. Despite accusations that he was an elitist 'posh man in tweeds', Clark held a passionate belief that art was for everyone and his mission was to share his love of art with the masses via television.
Thursday, May 22, 2014
* Barbara Walters: Her Story (2014)
Television legend Barbara Walters is honored in a two hour primetime special celebrating her life and legacy.
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