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Alan Bennett’s Talking Heads Complete Collection 3-Disc DVD

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Alan Bennett's Talking Heads Complete Collection DVD

A remarkable collection of beautifully observed British monologues in which exceptional writing and performances reveal the humour, loneliness and hidden truths within seemingly ordinary lives.

Some treasures at Kate's Treasures15 are chosen because they are beautiful or useful. Others are here because they belonged to my dad and formed part of a collection shaped by his genuine love of cinema, unforgettable performances and the craft of filmmaking.

Dad was an actor and scriptwriter who understood that a single voice, when supported by exceptional writing and performance, could hold an audience completely. His collection reflected a lifelong appreciation for character, dialogue and stories that found extraordinary emotional depth within everyday life.

Written by Alan Bennett, Talking Heads brings together twelve acclaimed monologues originally created for BBC television. Each drama places one character directly before the audience, gradually revealing the private disappointments, misunderstandings and carefully concealed truths beneath an apparently ordinary existence.

The collection features some of Britain's most respected performers, including Patricia Routledge, Julie Walters, Maggie Smith, Thora Hird, Stephanie Cole, Eileen Atkins and Penelope Wilton. Each actor brings a distinct voice to Bennett's precise balance of dry humour, sadness and uncomfortable honesty.

Without spectacle or unnecessary distraction, these dramas rely entirely upon language, observation and performance. Some are sharply funny, others quietly devastating, but every piece demonstrates how much can be revealed through the words people choose and the truths they avoid.

An essential addition for collectors of classic BBC television, Alan Bennett's writing and outstanding British performances in deeply human character-led drama.

About This BBC Monologue Collection DVD

Complete Collection DVD | 3 Discs | Region 2 | Certificate 12

Title: Alan Bennett's Talking Heads: The Complete Collection
Original Broadcast Years: 1988 and 1998
Writer: Alan Bennett
Cast: Patricia Routledge, Julie Walters, Maggie Smith, Thora Hird, Stephanie Cole, Eileen Atkins, Penelope Wilton and David Haig
Includes: Both original Talking Heads series and Telling Tales
Language: English
Genre: British television drama, comedy-drama and monologue
Themes: Character, loneliness, relationships, secrecy, regret, humour and everyday life

Monologues Included

A Lady of Letters
Bed Among the Lentils
Soldiering On
Her Big Chance
A Cream Cracker Under the Settee
A Chip in the Sugar
Miss Fozzard Finds Her Feet
The Hand of God
Playing Sandwiches
The Outside Dog
Nights in the Gardens of Spain
Waiting for the Telegram

Condition Pre-owned and in good overall condition. The case shows general wear from storage and previous handling. All three discs have been tested and play perfectly. Please examine all photographs carefully as they form part of the condition description.

Arya's Approval

Right darlings… one person sits down, begins talking politely and slowly reveals an entire domestic catastrophe. No explosions, no car chases, just exceptionally British people quietly unravelling while pretending everything is perfectly fine. Naturally, I was fascinated.

★★★★★ 5 PAWS, Arya, Chief Drama Officer & Professional People Watcher

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Programme Content Information

These dramas contain mature themes including loneliness, bereavement, troubled relationships, illness, crime, sexual references, abuse and emotional distress.

Some monologues explore upsetting or uncomfortable situations through Alan Bennett's characteristic balance of humour and seriousness. Please follow the stated age classification.

Pre-Owned DVD Information

This is a pre-owned three-disc DVD collection from a personal collection. The case, cover insert and discs may show signs of age, storage and previous handling.

All three discs have been checked as stated in the condition description. Buyers should confirm that their equipment can play Region 2 DVDs before ordering.