RTBWTV April 22nd 2024 Import/Export
A leisurely swim (rather than a deep dive) through the classic television that flitted across the black and white screens of the UK from the Suez Crisis of 1956 until 1974's three day week. "The Golden Age".
Co hosts Guy Morgan and David Newell consider shows that are still available, others that have been lost and some which should have existed and perhaps still could...........
This time, who had the most air miles when it came to working both sides of the pond? We explore the American actors who headlined series in the UK, and some of Britain's surprise exports. And to illustrate, we muse on the dying art of the great theme tune, leaning heavily on "The Music of ITC" discs 1 and 2, the Man from Uncle and others used here for educational purposes and which are, of course, available to purchase from all good online stores.
Also we learn how Dave's character role as a butler took him over for a short spell until he found himself drawn into solving mysteries while "resting".......
As always, rights in all music and clips belong to the holders.
