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Oooh, Er, Missus! The Frankie Howerd Story
Documentary about the life of Frankie Howerd, with help from friends and colleagues.
Armistead Maupin Is a Man I Dreamt Up
Writer Armistead Maupin tells the story behind his Tales of the City novels.
Masters Of The Canvas
Pop artist Peter Blake's fascination with masked wrestler Kendo Nagasaki. (1992)
Miller Meets Mandela
Nelson Mandela talks to Arthur Miller in a rare and momentous interview. (1991)
Paris Is Burning
A vibrant snapshot of the 1980s through the eyes of New York City鈥檚 drag ball scene.
Tosca's Kiss
Documentary about Casa Verdi, a rambling mansion that is a now home to retired musicians.
Bette Davis: The Benevolent Volcano
Documentary about Bette Davis, including an interview with the Hollywood star herself.
Episode 2—The Orson Welles Story
2/2 Second of a two-part profile of Orson Welles, looking at films including The Trial.
Episode 1—The Orson Welles Story
1/2 First of a two-part film profile of Orson Welles, which goes as far as Touch of Evil.
Desert Island Discs
A celebration of Roy Plomley's radio favourite with some celebrity castaways' help.