In My Own Words - Season 5 / Year 2020
Season 5 / Year 2020
Episodes
The Queen: In Her Own Words
Documentary focussing on Queen Elizabeth II's speeches and interviews from across her 68-year reign, such as her first public address at the age of 14 in the midst of the Second World War, to recent appearances on the 75th anniversary of D-Day and during the coronavirus lockdown. The show also examines a rare candid recording of the queen, in which she is heard discussing world affairs in French.
ABBA - In Their Own Words
Original interviews, rare archive footage and a lot of music, retelling the story of one of the most successful pop groups of all time.
Frankie Howerd: In His Own Words
Frankie Howerd's career highlights are celebrated in this documentary narrated by long-time fan David Walliams. Showcasing Frankie's best bits, it's a journey through the life of the British comedian whose career in showbusiness spanned six decades. It features long forgotten footage, rare performances and personal photographs.
Kenneth Williams: In His Own Words
Gyles Brandreth narrates this tribute to the beloved actor, featuring the comedy milestones of his career. Kenneth Williams dominated radio, with shows such as Hancock's Half Hour, Round the Horne, and Just a Minute, and was a staple of 26 of the 31 Carry On films. The documentary features access to Williams's rarely seen photograph albums and correspondence from the star and his family.
Dick Emery: In His Own Words
Friends and colleagues of funnyman Dick Emery share their stories, screen rare home movies, and reveal the man behind the mask. There's a look at his personal life, including his five marriages, and his love/hate relationship with comedy caricatures such as Mandy, whose `Ooh, you are awful," catchphrase was also used as the title for his starring feature in 1972.
Victoria Wood: In Her Own Words
A look back at one of Britain's best loved comedians, featuring interviews with Jo Brand, Jenny Eclair, Gyles Brandreth, Susie Blake and the actors who worked alongside Victoria Wood. The programme charts her rise from her upbringing in Lancashire, via her partnership with Julie Walters on Wood and Walters, As Seen On TV, and her one-woman shows that sold out London's Royal Albert Hall.
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