The Unseen Alistair Cooke
Synopsis
Alistair Cooke was known to millions as the graceful, amazingly well-read host of Masterpiece Theatre for 22 years. But this very public side of a very outgoing man was just the tip of the iceberg to a fascinating career extending back to the Jazz Age. The Unseen Alistair Cooke includes footage from 150 reels of film shot by Cooke from the 1930s on, recording his encounters with American scenes and celebrities. Discovered after his death, the treasure trove includes a short feature of his friends Charlie Chaplin and Paulette Goddard in an exuberant playlet filmed aboard Chaplin’s yacht.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rachel Jardine
- Original Title
- The Unseen Alistair Cooke
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 59m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rachel Jardine
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Rachel Jardine
Director
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International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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What is The Unseen Alistair Cooke about?
Alistair Cooke was known to millions as the graceful, amazingly well-read host of Masterpiece Theatre for 22 years. But this very public side of a very outgoing man was just the tip of the iceberg to a fascinating career extending back to the Jazz Age. The Unseen Alistair Cooke includes footage from 150 reels of film shot by Cooke from the 1930s on, recording his encounters with American scenes and celebrities. Discovered after his death, the treasure trove includes a short feature of his friends Charlie Chaplin and Paulette Goddard in an exuberant playlet filmed aboard Chaplin’s yacht.
Who directed The Unseen Alistair Cooke?
The Unseen Alistair Cooke was directed by Rachel Jardine.
Who stars in The Unseen Alistair Cooke?
The principal cast of The Unseen Alistair Cooke includes Alistair Cooke.
When was The Unseen Alistair Cooke released and how long is it?
The Unseen Alistair Cooke was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 59m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Unseen Alistair Cooke?
The Unseen Alistair Cooke holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).