Watching Ourselves: 60 Years of Television in Scotland
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Play S1 E1Greg Hemphill explores the best moments in the history of Scottish programme making
20122 seasons
Cast: Greg Hemphill
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7 episodes
- 1. Breaking StoriesA review of great moments in Scottish TV, including a contentious Secret Society episode, Kirsty Wark's Thatcher interview, and coverage of Lockerbie and Dunblane.CCMar 28, 2012
- 2. Having a LaughGreg Hemphill reviews how Scottish comedy has evolved over the years, exploring how it expresses and mocks national identity and uses the richness of its language.CCApr 4, 2012
- 3. Mean StreetsGreg Hemphill examines how Scotland's cities have featured in homegrown TV drama, warts and all. With contributions from Brian Cox, David Hayman and Eileen McCallum.CCApr 11, 2012
- 4. CharactersGreg Hemphill casts his eye over memorable Scottish TV characters, including Danny McGlone in Tutti Frutti, Chris Guthrie in Sunset Song, Dr Finlay and Hamish Macbeth.CCApr 18, 2012
- 5. Other LivesGreg Hemphill explores how documentaries gave ordinary people a voice in films such as Lilybank, The Scheme, The Bowler and the Bunnet, and The Fight for Clydeside.CCApr 25, 2012
- 6. Sporting LifeGreg Hemphill explores how sports broadcasting has changed from its earliest days, and how sporting events serve as celebrations of Scottish national identity.CCMay 2, 2012
- 7. Hearts in the HighlandsGreg Hemphill explores the Scottish television's fascination with the country's landscape and how Scots emigres preserve their own notion of Scottishness.CCMay 9, 2012
Watching Ourselves: 60 Years of Television in Scotland
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Greg Hemphill explores the best moments in the history of Scottish programme making
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