Features – Page 47
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Behind The ScenesEdwardian Insects On Film, BBC4
A new BBC4 documentary from Mentorn revisits the work of amateur naturalist Percy Smith, recreating his century-old film of a performing housefly.
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Behind The ScenesThe Incredible Mr Goodwin, Watch
Whether burying our star alive or throwing him off a cliff, we only ever had one chance to get our Looney Tunes stunts right, says Matt Crook
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The Broadcast InterviewJanice Hadlow, BBC2
Janice Hadlow controller of Broadcast’s Channel of the Year discusses maintaining BBC2’s distinctive identity in the face of budget cuts - and why sewing is the new baking.
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Behind The ScenesStrip The City, Discovery
With CGI effects like an action movie, it was the release of a Hollywood blockbuster that really helped the Windfall Films project take off, says Carlo Massarella
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The Broadcast InterviewZai Bennett, BBC3
As BBC3 reaches its 10th birthday, Zai Bennett tells Jake Kanter how he has sharpened its focus and made the channel his own – and why the milestone won’t be celebrated on air
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Behind The ScenesRichard III: The King in the Car Park, C4
We won’t know whether we have found the bones of Richard III until the day of TX, but getting to this point has been quite a journey, says Simon Young
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Behind The ScenesGT Academy, ITV4
Making six series at once was already a massive challenge - but then our lasers broke down and things got even tougher, says Dylan Wyn Davies
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Behind The ScenesSpies of Warsaw, BBC4
1930s Poland offered a rich setting for Fresh Pictures’ first drama series - and the timing was perfect for veteran screenwriters Dick Clement and Ian La Frenais. Olly Grant reports
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Behind The ScenesThe Poison Tree, ITV1
Erin Kelly’s novel hooked me instantly, but we had to make dramatic changes to characters and plot to turn it into thrilling TV, says Emilia di Girolamo
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Behind The ScenesThe Fear, Channel 4
Making the audience feel they are actually seeing the world though the eyes of a gangland boss slowly succumbing to dementia became an obsession for director Michael Samuels
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FeaturesTesting 3D’s drama potential
David Walliams’ comic novel receives the 3D treatment as the BBC explores the drama genre as part of its two-year experiment with the technology.
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Behind The ScenesSpice Trip, More4
With novice presenters, monsoon weather and attacks from ferocious ants, this was a labour of love for all concerned, says Caroline Ross Pirie
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The Broadcast InterviewPhil Critchlow, RIG
The Radio Independents Group’s recently appointed chair talks to Alex Farber about the need for the indie sector to act as a collective to boost commercial ties and build trust with the BBC
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The Broadcast InterviewMary Hockaday, BBC News
As BBC News shows gradually relocate to New Broadcasting House, the head of the newsroom tells Jake Kanter how the building will foster greater collaboration
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Behind The ScenesThe Comic Strip Presents: Five Go To Rehab, Gold
Rain-sodden Devon was far from the rural idyll of The Comic Strip’s first Famous Five spoof 30 years ago, says Nick Smith
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The Broadcast InterviewBob Shennan, BBC Radio 2 / BBC 6Music
The BBC Radio controller talks to Jake Kanter about the galvanising effect of saving 6 Music, minimising the impact of budget cuts - and his admiration for Russell Brand.
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FeaturesBreaking down the success of Breaking Bad
Breaking Bad star Bryan Cranston on what makes the cult show tick
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Behind The ScenesRed Dwarf X, Dave
Having scored Dave’s highest ever ratings for its 2009 three-part special, cult comedy Red Dwarf is back for a full series. Michael Rosser meets writer Doug Naylor and the cast on set.
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Behind The ScenesWorld’s Maddest Job Interview, C4
Finding someone who could hold their own on Countdown was a big challenge - but we’re proud of what we have achieved, says Camilla Lewis.