Clive James
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Biography: Clive James AO CBE FRSL was an Australian author, critic, broadcaster, poet, translator and memoirist. He lived and worked in the United Kingdom from 1962 until his death in 2019.
Department: Acting
Place of Birth: Kogarah, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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Deathday: November 27, 2019
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An Evening with Lily Savage
Overview: Enjoy the outrageous and flamboyant First Lady of British Comedy, Lily Savage, as she performs her incredibly hysterical live show before a star-studded audience.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1996-11-11
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Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired
Overview: Examines the public scandal and private tragedy which led to legendary director Roman Polanski's sudden flight from the United States.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2008-01-18
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The Secret Policeman's Ball
Overview: Amnesty decided not to present a benefit show in 1978 in order to consider how to make better use of the performing talent so favourably disposed to assist it in raising funds. Peter Luff left Amnesty in 1978 and the organisation's new fund-raising officer, Peter Walker, was deputed to work with Lewis on reconfiguring the show to raise more money and greater awareness of Amnesty. Lewis proposed to Cleese that in addition to the comedy performances the show should feature some contemporary rock musicians. Cleese delegated this responsibility to Lewis who recruited Who guitarist Pete Townshend to perform, as well as New Wave singer-songwriter Tom Robinson.
Genres: Comedy Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1979-12-22
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An Audience with Dudley Moore
Overview: Outstanding comedian and musician Dudley Moore regales his spellbound audience in typical fashion with his hilarious edition of the long-running An Audience With series. Backed by a full orchestra - and interrupted by both Peter Cook and the Dagenham Girl Pipers - Dudley entertains his audience of celebrities (including Stanley Baxter, Martin Shaw, Clive James, Lulu and Rolf Harris) and duets with singer-songwriter Christopher Cross on the award-winning 'Arthur's Theme'.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1981-12-26
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An Audience with Billy Connolly
Overview: Billy Connolly delivers his special brand of stand-up comedy and abrasive humour in front of a celebrity audience.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1985-10-26
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Jeffrey Smart
Overview: The story of one of Australia's greatest 20th century painters, incorporating rich archive material including rare interviews with Smart and his long-term partner Ermes De Zan.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2022-08-10
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Stanley Baxter in Person
Overview: Documentary profile of Stanley Baxter featuring his first in-depth interview for forty years and extracts from his comedy series and specials. With contributions from Billy Connolly, Robbie Coltrane, Stephen Fry and Clive James.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1998-12-31
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Clive James Meets Roman Polanski
Overview: Roman Polanski speaks frankly about his childhood in the Warsaw ghetto, his mothers death, his beginnings in filmmaking, his tragic marriage to Sharon Tate and eventually even his arrest for sexual assault.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1984-01-01
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Tom Jones : An Audience with Tom Jones
Overview: Singing superstar Tom Jones performs his classic hits and brand new songs in front of a celebrity audience in celebration of his extraordinary career. He is joined in duets by some special guests, including Mick Hucknall, Cerys Matthews and Space.
Genres: Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1999-09-25
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Barry McKenzie Holds His Own
Overview: Barry McKenzie's Aunt Edna is kidnapped by Count Von Plasma, the vampire head of an isolated Eastern European dictatorship who mistakes her for the Queen of England and thinks that kidnapping her will draw tourists to his country. Barry and his mates set out to rescue her and bring her back to Australia.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1974-12-12
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Fisted
Overview: Two friends try to track down their old nemesis Richard Herring to try to find out why on earth he is successful when they are not. The film is set against the madness of the 1995 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, was shot entirely on Super 8 film and was inspired by the films of Chris Marker and Nick Broomfield.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1996-03-08
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F1 Review 1984
Overview: The 1984 season was a gripping story dominated by the McLaren TAG Porsche MP4/2 and the battle to the end between team mates Niki Lauda and Alain Prost. From the heat and uncertainties of Brazil to the cliff-hanging finale in Portugal some 16 races later, the season was a winner in terms of drama, interest and excitement. 1984 was also the year the racing world witnessed a new name soon to be on everyone’s lips: Ayrton Senna. For Lauda, the eventual winner, the title was a particularly sweet one as it came seven years after his previous title in ‘77. Prost’s achievements were just as impressive, winning a record seven races to finish within a point of Lauda at the end. New fuel rules gave all teams plenty to think about and in Germany the Nürburgring’s rebirth gave drivers a new challenge to consider. The story of the season is brilliantly narrated by Clive James.
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Original Language: en
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Victoria Wood In Her Own Words
Overview: A look back at the life and work of one of Britain's greatest comediennes, featuring interviews with those who worked alongside Victoria.
Genres: Documentary Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2020-11-30
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In the Best Possible Taste: A Tribute to Kenny Everett
Overview: A tribute to Kenny Everett broadcast after his death from AIDS in 1995. Comprising of many of his classic sketches from his 1980s BBC TV series, this tribute also features recollections from those who knew him.
Genres: Documentary Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1995-05-26
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Formula 1: The Official End Of Season Review Of The 1982 FIA Formula One World Championship
Overview: The official FOCA end-of-season video review, featuring comprehensive highlights of all 16 rounds of the 1982 FIA Formula One World Championship. And what a dramatic season it proved to be, with team changes, driver unrest and technical challenges setting the scene for a most unpredictable outcome. Niki Lauda (McLaren) made his comeback, Keke Rosberg replaced Alan Jones for Williams, Riccardo Patrese drove for Brabham alongside Nelson Piquet and Eddie Cheever joined Jacques Lafitte at Talbot-Ligier. Enjoy 90 action-packed minutes of highlights from this extraordinary season, with a sharply observed and highly entertaining commentary by Clive James at his brilliant best.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1998-03-04
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