Royal Documentaries Presentation

William and Kate : A New Royal Family The birth of Prince George to the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge marked a new chapter in their lives and in royal history. This fourth-­‐in-­‐line to the throne has a special destiny -­‐ he will carry the monarchy forward -­‐ perhaps into the next century. With a home in a Kensington Palace and time with Kate's more ordinary Middleton family, this royal heir will be raised as no other. Prince George connects a royal dynasty with Kate's humble origins and both sides will influence his upbringing -­‐ as will the humanitarian legacy of his late grandmother, Princess Diana. The birth of George has turned William and Kate from a couple into parents with high expectations for the future. They will have to fulfil demanding roles as working royals while bringing up their son. With contributions from royal experts and superb footage, WILLIAM AND KATE: A NEW ROYAL FAMILY looks at the Cambridges' life together and asks what lies ahead for them in what will be tumultuous and rewarding lives. !  A Year of produc-on: 2013 !  Running -me: 50 minutes Queen Elizabeth: A Lifetime of Service Elizabeth II: the sixth queen regnant and 63rd sovereign of Britain. She can trace her ancestry beyond the Hanoverians, Stuarts, Tudors, Plantagenets and Normans, back to the Saxon kings of the Dark Ages. Her long reign has seen astonishing social changes in Britain and the world. When Elizabeth came to the throne in 1952, divorcees were still banned from the Royal Enclosure at Ascot. Then her sister and three of her own children were divorced. The Royal Family members are no longer solidly royal or aristocratic: their number has swelled in recent times by young men and women from more humble backgrounds. !  A Year of produc-on: 2013 !  Running -me: 50 minutes William and Kate: Into the Future From student to royal girlfriend to a modern day princess, Kate Middleton has made a remarkable journey. In less than a decade, this normal girl from an ordinary background has won her prince charming and become the prospective queen of England. This new program builds into a comprehensive account of a very modern love story. What started as the wedding of the century, has become one of the most observed royal marriages of our time. Using the finest film footage available, including little-­‐known material, William and Kate: Into the Future builds into a magnificent record of a wonderful partnership, an incredible and memorable royal celebration and a new life into the future !  A Year of produc-on: 2011 !  Running -me: 50 minutes William and Kate: One Year On On 29 April 2011, William and Catherine were married in a fairy tale wedding watched by more than two billion people and celebrated the whole world over. No sooner had they returned from their honeymoon than the newlyweds were back in the spotlight. Their first duty as married royals was as big as it gets – a meeting at Buckingham Palace with the President of the United States, Barack Obama, and his wife Michelle. From then on the the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attended a string of traditional ceremonies, but their first big test as a married couple was to come at the end of June, when they embarked on a tour of Canada followed by a star-­‐
studded trip to LA. The tour would see them fulfil a relentless schedule of meetings with heads of state, celebrities and the public. !  A Year of produc-on: 2013 !  Running -me: 50 minutes The Queen Mother: A Royal Century A revealing portrait of Britain s most loved woman The Queen Mother. As old as the century, the Queen Mother was a revered figure in British life. A symbol of courage in the Second World War, the Queen Mother attracted a loyalty of affection matched only by the Queen herself. Contributions from royal expert David Starkey. A revealing portrait of Britain s most loved woman The Queen Mother. As old as the century, the Queen Mother was a revered figure in British life. A symbol of courage in the Second World War, the Queen Mother attracted a loyalty of affection matched only by the Queen herself. Contributions from royal expert David Starkey !  Year of produc-on: 2005 !  Running -me: 50 minutes A Century of the Queen Mother 100 Years in 100 Minutes Presented by Valerie Singleton This remarkable portrait digs beneath the surface and presents for the first time a balanced account of the life of a powerful and exceptional woman. Presenting a vivid portrait of The Queen Mother. It traces many aspects of her life, including her love for her husband and daughters, her support for the institution of monarchy, her reaction to the abdication crisis, her animosity towards Mrs Simpson and Princess Diana, her close bond with Prince Charles, and her extravagant lifestyle and love of racing, gardens and fashion. Her life spanned a century and her influence indisputably lives on. This remarkable portrait digs beneath the surface and presents for the first time a balanced account of the life of a powerful and exceptional woman. For a century, she dazzled a nation and the world. She remains one of the most popular symbols of 20th-­‐century royalty and she set an example for everyone in public life. A symbol of courage in the Second World War and an enduring icon of stability, the Queen Mother attracted a loyalty of affection matched only by the Queen herself. ! Year of produc-on: 2000 ! Running -me: 50 minutes The Queen Mother: An Affectionate Tribute As old as the century she lived in, the Queen Mother was a revered figure in British life. A symbol of courage in the Second world War and an enduring icon of stability, the Queen Mother attracted a loyalty of affection matched only by the Queen herself. This remarkable portrait digs beneath the surface and presents for the first time a balanced account of the life of a powerful and exceptional woman. ! Year of produc-on: 2005 ! Running -me: 50 minutes 50 Glorious Years The Remarkable Life and Marriage of The Queen and Prince Philip Celebrating the Golden Wedding Anniversary of the Queen and Prince Philip, this programme is a sympathetic look at not only their lives together, but also an insight into Britain and the changes it has gone through in “50 Glorious Years”. Starting with a honeymoon in South Africa, The images that mark this marriage include the welcoming by Nelson Mandela of the Queen and Prince Philip to a transformed South Africa and the Queen's speech to the Kremlin. The warmth of the welcomes they received speak volumes about the contribution made by this remarkable woman and her equally remarkable consort to the well-­‐being of the world to which they have given the greater part of their lives. ! Year of produc-on: 1997 ! Running -me: 50 minutes H.M. The Queen: 50 Golden Years The Remarkable Life and Marriage of The Queen and Prince Philip This programme is a sympathetic look at not only the lives of the Queen and Prince Philip, but also an insight into Britain and the changes it has gone through in “50 Golden Years”. (This programme runs 10 minutes longer than “50 Glorious Years”.) ! Year of produc-on: 1997 ! Running -me: 60 minutes H.M. The Queen: A Remarkable Life Queen Elizabeth was crowned in 1952, almost a lifetime ago. In just fifty years there has been great change: the cold war has ended, technology has created a global society, the pattern of people’s lives has changed irrevocably and familiar reference points have disappeared. This programme gets behind the surface to evoke the character of a modest but truly great Queen. ! Year of produc-on: 2002 ! Running -me: 50 minutes The Queen: Her True Story With extensive coverage of the early years of Elizabeth's life, this is an updated look at the life of Britain's monarch. The Queen's stability has allowed Britain to shed an empire and create a new and prosperous identity quite against all the odds and expectations of most leading commentators. This is the story of a remarkable life of a remarkable woman. When Elizabeth became Queen the British Empire was turning into a Commonwealth. After the Second World War and the new Labour Government, Britain was changing fast. Her family has been surrounded by gossip, though her own long marriage to Philip has largely escaped this. The Queen's stability and continuity has allowed Britain to shed an empire and create a new and prosperous identity quite against all the odds and expectations of most leading commentators. From Churchill to Blair, and presiding over a country immeasurably different since the start of her reign, Queen Elizabeth's achievement may now be seen. ! Year of produc-on: 2002 ! Running -me: 50 minutes Queen Elizabeth at 80: Continuity And Change This touching programme covers the early years of Elizabeth’s life, from colonies to independence and the emergence of a multi-­‐ cultured British society. The Queen’s stability and continuity has allowed Britain to shed an empire and create a new and prosperous identity quite against all the odds and expectations of most leading commentators. This is the story of a remarkable life of a remarkable woman. ! Year of produc-on: 2006 ! Running -me: 50 minutes Charles at 50: Heir To Sadnes After the impact of Diana’s death, the focus has shifted to Charles, widower and parent and heir to the throne. This programme examines his relationship with his sons, his long-­‐term lover Camilla and his future as King. With contributions by royal experts David Starkey and Anthony Holden. !  Year of produc-on: 1998 !  Running -me: 50 minutes Charles: A Portrait – A Man Alone An in depth look at Prince Charles as a young man and the character behind the public façade. This is the story of a man caught between the pressures of public duty and the demands of a private life with a publicly deteriorating marriage. It is a unique insight into the man whose destiny it is to be King. ! Year of produc-on: 1992 ! Running -me: 50 minutes Fergie: Downfall of a Duchess A challenging and thought-­‐provoking programme looking behind the headlines, telling the untold stories and making some sense of everything written and spoken about Sarah, Duchess of York. Known affectionately as Fergie, Sarah Ferguson is a complex woman. This program documents the events that culminated in the very public divorce from Prince Andrew. Personal problems, an affair with an indiscreet lover and the tabloids all played a role in the downfall of the duchess. Archival film footage, photographs, personal accounts, and commentary by historians, give insight into the turbulent life of Sarah Ferguson. ! Year of produc-on: 1995 ! Running -me: 50 minutes The Fergie Story: Paradise Lost When the marriage between Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson began she was one of the most popular women to become Duchess of York since the creation of the title in 1385. With her informal style and sense of fun Sarah Ferguson seemed like a breath of fresh air sweeping through a somewhat outdated institution. But her ill-­‐judged behaviour proved to be her undoing as her royal marriage collapsed under the strain of scandal. The Fergie Story provides a unique glimpse into the life of the woman who could have been one of the most influential members of the Royal Family. ! Year of produc-on: 1996 ! Running -me: 50 minutes Dangerous Indiscretions: The Decline of the House of Windsor Throughout the history of the British monarchy, indiscretions and hastily covered up naughtiness have blighted the ruling families. Lust and power are two words almost inseparable. Henry VIII started the Church of England because he'd had enough of his wife. King Edward VIII abdicated for the woman he loved. Prince Charles married the first time -­‐ but not the woman he loved and continued to be linked to. Sarah Ferguson enjoyed having her toes sucked by her financial adviser. Then there's the late Diana. It could be claimed that her romantic involvements led to her untimely death -­‐ with her extra-­‐curricular activities causing a media scrum wherever she went -­‐ a frenzy that would eventually kill her. This in-­‐depth documentary looks at the scandals that have blighted the credibility and popularity of the royal family through the ages, right up to the more recent controversies surrounding Diana, Fergie and Camilla. ! Year of produc-on: 1998 ! Running -me: 50 minutes Prince Edward & Sophie Rhys-­‐Jones This programme portrays what is probably the least complicated royal romance of modern times. Going behind the headlines to see the story of the Prince and the commoner, a girl from an ordinary middle class home. How did Prince Edward manage to carve a more realistic life for himself than his brothers? Is this modest match set to be the royal romantic success story to measure all others against? ! Year of produc-on: 1999 ! Running -me: 50 minutes Diana: Where Now? This remarkable portrait of Princess Diana examines her life following her divorce from Prince Charles. Drawing from unique sources this programme builds a picture of a beautiful and confident woman, assailed by personal doubts and uncertainties, but still achieving great good for her family, herself and the world she added so much to. ! Year of produc-on: 1997 ! Running -me: 50 minutes Diana: A Day in the Life A public figure from the moment of her engagement, Diana remained the focus of worldwide media throughout her life. Even after her divorce, Diana maintained a high level of popularity. She devoted herself to her sons and to such charitable efforts as the battle against the use of land mines. Diana used her international celebrity status to help raise awareness about this and many other issues. There is unlikely to be such a phenomenon again as that of Diana, Princess of Wales, this extensively researched programme goes behind the scenes of one of the most remarkable people of the twentieth century. Exclusive footage showing the transformation of a shy teenager into one of the most admired woman in the world Diana, Princess of Wales, including moving images of her last days. ! Year of produc-on: 1998 ! Running -me: 50 minutes Diana: In Search of Happiness The definitive portrait of the 20th century's most remarkable woman Princess Diana -­‐ with exclusive interviews and moving footage of her legendary rise to popularity and celebrity status. No other woman in modern times has commanded so much attention as Diana, Princess of Wales. She was seen by her adoring public as a fairy-­‐tale princess, caring wife, devoted mother and fashion icon. This documentary shows her battles to overcome the obstacles of emotional and physical trauma that she faced on an almost daily basis. ! Year of produc-on: 1997 ! Running -me: 50 minutes Diana: A Portrait No other woman in modern times has commanded so much attention as Diana, Princess of Wales. She was seen by her adoring public as a fairy-­‐tale princess, caring wife, devoted mother and fashion icon. But with the revelations about her marriage came an insight into a deeper side to her personality, she was clearly a woman constantly under extreme pressure. This documentary shows her battles to overcome the obstacles of emotional and physical trauma that she faced on an almost daily basis. Containing insightful interviews with Andrew Morton and various celebrity and current affairs commentators. ! Year of produc-on: 1992 ! Running -me: 50 minutes In The Name of Love: The Life and Death of Diana Princess of Wales This balanced and revealing programme examines how a beguiling teenager became a despairing royal wife, but grew into a humanitarian figure of international stature. With wonderful footage of Diana at her most glamorous and expert commentary from her biographer, Sarah Bradford, Diana’s extraordinary life and the unbelievable tragedy of her death are seen in their true perspective. ! Year of produc-on: 2007 ! Running -me: 50 minutes Private Life of Princess Diana This exciting and topical programme focuses on three key themes: !  Did the British established make a serious error of judgement? Diana did not want a divorce and her adultery seems less calculated than her husband, who was betraying his wife virtually from his engagement onwards. !  Was Diana planning use her popularity to undermine Charles right to the throne and his desire to make Camilla his Queen? !  Was Diana ever likely to find true happiness in the wake of such public acrimony and personal heartache. ! Year of produc-on: 1995 ! Running -me: 50 minutes Diana: A Model Princess This programme takes a searching look at the creation of Princess Diana’s own fashion style and the designers and magazine editors who helped her establish it. Spanning ten years, unique film footage from around the world shows the clothes worn by the Princess of Wales, whether at work, on official tours or at play on a sun-­‐drenched Caribbean island. As one of the world’s most photographed women this programme follows the style development of an extraordinary woman. ! Year of produc-on: 1992 ! Running -me: 50 minutes Princess Diana: The Uncrowned Queen As the process of looking back on the life of Diana, Princess of Wales continues, it is becoming clearer that Diana would have been a much-­‐loved Queen, but it was not to be – for many reasons. This programme provides a moving account of the unique life of the twentieth century’s most remarkable woman, with an American perspective on the events of her life, including footage from the auction held to sell her dresses. Updated version of Diana: In Search of Happiness made after Diana’s death. ! Year of produc-on: 1997 ! Running -me: 50 minutes Princess Diana’s Legacy: Prince William and Prince Harry A thoughtful programme examining the legacy that Diana, Princess of Wales left behind after her tragic death – for her children, for the institution of the monarchy and for the admiring public. The young princes impressed the world with their conduct at Diana's funeral, but many questioned how close they felt to their father, Prince Charles, after the years of estrangement between him and Diana. ! Year of produc-on: 1997 ! Running -me: 50 minutes Prince Charles and Prince William: Royal Rivals The death of a mother, the alienation of a wife and a lover in the background-­‐ these striking events somehow have not broken the love of these two men-­‐
father and son. This original programme asks how Charles and William have stayed so visibly fond of each other. A generous son to his father, and a great role model for his brother, William was always an enormous comfort for his mother. Very different people, father and son may yet become rivals as public opinion builds against Charles and Camilla becoming King and Queen. Unlike Charles, William is a man of his time and perhaps here is where the rivalry could emerge-­‐what sort of image should the King have in an increasingly modern and multicultural Britain? !  Year of produc-on: 2007 !  Running -me: 50 minutes Harry: The Mysterious Prince Who is the ‘real’ Prince Harry? A feckless playboy partying at nightclubs with a blonde on his lap? Or a physically brave young man destined to distinguish himself in unexpected ways? Despite relentless media scrutiny, much of it negative, Harry remains a tantalizing, elusive mystery. This balanced and engaging documentary uses previously unknown facts and footage to throw light on a royal prince dogged by tragedy and controversy. ! Year of produc-on: 2004 ! Running -me: 50 minutes Princess Camilla: Winner Takes All She was the devoted royal mistress and the notorious “third person” in Prince Charles’s troubled and tragic marriage to Diana, Princess of Wales. Balanced, engaging and informative, this documentary uses specially shot and rarely seen footage to explore Camilla’s sensational and intimate involvement with the very heart of the British monarchy. ! Year of produc-on: 2004 ! Running -me: 50 minutes.com Prince William: A Royal Portrait The portrait of Prince William, future King of England and one of the most eligible men in the world, builds up a fascinating picture of an extraordinary individual. It evokes a powerful picture of an impressive young man and gives answers to the many questions surrounding Prince William, perhaps the most admired and talked-­‐about teenager of his time, one that shall one day be crowned King of England. With contributions from royal experts Geoffrey Levy and Anthony Holden. ! Year of produc-on: 1999 ! Running -me: 50 minutes Prince William – Royal Teenager: Behind the Headlines Who is the real person behind the photogenic royal icon? This probing and fascinating documentary special explores the person beyond the public image. This is the story of a young man whose face is exposed on magazine covers and in tabloids; a face without a place to hide, who most private expressions photographers lurk to capture. ! Year of produc-on: 1999 ! Running -me: 50 minutes Prince William and Prince Harry: The Next Royal Generation Following the untimely death of their mother Prince William and Prince Harry must face their personal responsibilities with only their father for emotional support. With the world’s eyes upon them they must combine public duty with private grief. This probing documentary investigates the options open to the young princes at this incredibly difficult time and asks what lies in their future. ! Year of produc-on: 1997 ! Running -me: 50 minutes King Charles and Queen Camilla: Into the Unknown The marriage of Charles and Camilla is shrouded in controversy – not least Camilla’s involvement in Charles’ tragic marriage to Princess Diana and the possibility that one day she may become Queen of England. For the monarchy, the marriage is a step into the unknown. Will Camilla finally win a place in the hearts of the British people? Or will this newest “Royal” merely inflict further controversy on an already-­‐troubled institution? This revealing documentary examines the past, present and future of a royal romance which has survived against all odds. But what will that future bring for King, ‘Queen’ and country? ! Year of produc-on: 2004 ! Running -me: 50 minutes Prince William and Prince Harry: Prisoners of Celebrity They are royal superstars and the world’s most eligible bachelors, princely brothers whose private lives are now very much public property. But with their every move, both positive and negative, subject to relentless media scrutiny, have William and Harry, like their mother Diana, become prisoners of their own celebrity? ! Year of produc-on: 2004 ! Running -me: 50 minutes The New Royals As the new millennium came and went a new era dawned on the royal family. Increasingly they found themselves sharing the spotlight with a new aristocracy, that of celebrity pop stars like the Spice Girls and Madonna as well as world famous footballers and tennis players. The public’s endless thirst for titillating gossip has meant that the “true” royals have sometimes had to take a back seat to a number of seemingly flash-­‐in-­‐the-­‐pan celebrity upstarts. This leads to a new “royal” lifestyle , one that may be more in touch with “real life” than that of newer and less “royal” celebrities. ! Year of produc-on: 2001 ! Running -me: 50 minutes Fourteen Weddings and a Divorce The image of the British royal family is most popularly encapsulated around the world in the powerful images of royal weddings and funerals, now punctuated on a continuous basis by gossip and scandal. This documentary explores the history of royal marriages in the twentieth century and asks what next for a royal family increasingly battered by pressures from all sides. ! Year of produc-on: 1998 ! Running -me: 50 minutes