How Videogames Changed the World
Synopsis
From Pong to Grand Theft Auto, Charlie Brooker delves into the history of videogames and pulls out a selection of its most significant titles. From Atari to Angry Birds, How Videogames Changed the World explores how interactive entertainment evolved from a penny arcade diversion into a medium that some believe is art, and shows how it is changing the way we work, communicate and, of course, play. Joined by Jonathan Ross, Dara O'Briain and gaming legends like Will Wright and John Romero, Brooker looks at how videogames have become the most progressive art form of the last 40 years. This humorous and insightful tour will surprise and entertain the uninitiated and dedicated gamers alike.
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Charlie Brooker's How Videogames Changed The World | Saturday, 9pm | Channel 4Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-11-25
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Charlie Brooker
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Jonathan Ross
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Keith Stuart Thayer
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Jeff Minter
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Al Alcorn
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Malorie Blackman
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David Braben
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John Romero
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Gary Whitta
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Tom Watson
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Peter Molyneux
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Aoife Wilson
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Rob Florence
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Kate Russell
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Graham Linehan
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Dara Ó Briain
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Ellie Gibson
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Al Campbell, Marcus Daborn, Graham Proud
- Screenplay & Story
- Matt Lees, Charlie Brooker
- Original Title
- How Videogames Changed the World
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- Zeppotron
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Al Campbell, Marcus Daborn, Graham Proud
Matt Lees, Charlie Brooker
Department Leadership Roster
Matt Lees
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Al Campbell
Director
Marcus Daborn
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Graham Proud
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Charlie Brooker
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What is How Videogames Changed the World about?
From Pong to Grand Theft Auto, Charlie Brooker delves into the history of videogames and pulls out a selection of its most significant titles. From Atari to Angry Birds, How Videogames Changed the World explores how interactive entertainment evolved from a penny arcade diversion into a medium that some believe is art, and shows how it is changing the way we work, communicate and, of course, play. Joined by Jonathan Ross, Dara O'Briain and gaming legends like Will Wright and John Romero, Brooker looks at how videogames have become the most progressive art form of the last 40 years. This humorous and insightful tour will surprise and entertain the uninitiated and dedicated gamers alike.
Who directed How Videogames Changed the World?
How Videogames Changed the World was directed by Al Campbell, Marcus Daborn, Graham Proud.
Who stars in How Videogames Changed the World?
The principal cast of How Videogames Changed the World includes Charlie Brooker, Jonathan Ross, Keith Stuart Thayer, Jeff Minter, Al Alcorn.
When was How Videogames Changed the World released and how long is it?
How Videogames Changed the World was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.