How the best of them were made, — by those who were there — As seen on public television — "The costume drama remains the greatest of escapes." ?Daily Mail (U.K.) — Peer behind the ornate clothing, sprawling manors, and addict... more »ive story lines that have riveted millions of television viewers. Featuring interviews with the writers, directors, and stars of iconic productions, this series reveals how the often controversial sagas altered the television landscape and launched the careers of many young actors. From 1955?s fanciful Adventures of Robin Hood to 2007?s racy Fanny Hill, costume dramas have toppled taboos and quickened pulses. Programs like Edward & Mrs. Simpson ruffled establishment feathers, while popular series Upstairs, Downstairs and The Forsyte Saga emptied pubs, wrecked social calendars, and forced vicars to revise parish schedules. Narrated by Keeley Hawes (Wives and Daughters) and seen on PBS, it?s required viewing for any fan of British television. Featuring stars and scenes from Brideshead Revisited; I, Claudius; Pride and Prejudice; The Jewel in the Crown; Poldark; Horatio Hornblower; Elizabeth I; Sharpe; Edward the King; Lillie; Moll Flanders; Doctor Zhivago; My Boy Jack; Cranford; and many more.« less
Creator:Keeley Hawes Studio:Acorn Media Format:DVD - Color,Widescreen DVD Release Date: 07/31/2012 Release Year: 2012 Run Time: 3hr 45min Screens: Color,Widescreen Number of Discs: 2 SwapaDVD Credits: 2 Total Copies: 0 Members Wishing: 8 MPAA Rating: NR (Not Rated) Languages:English