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The Unseen Alistair Cooke

A revealing and utterly entertaining portrait of longtime Masterpiece Theatre host Alistair Cooke, one of the most celebrated broadcasters of the 20th century. The program is told in Cook’s own voice and in interviews with family and close friends. Seen for the first time are extraordinary 8mm home movies shot by Cooke.

The Unseen Alistair Cooke

55m 1s

A revealing portrait of Alistair Cooke, one of the most celebrated broadcasters of the 20th century. Seen for the first time are extraordinary 8mm home movies shot by Cooke charting his discovery of America, his passions and his relationships with stars such as Charlie Chaplin. The program is told in Cooke's own voice and in interviews with family and close friends.

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    The Unseen Alistair Cooke

    S1 E1 - 55m 1s

    A revealing portrait of Alistair Cooke, one of the most celebrated broadcasters of the 20th century. Seen for the first time are extraordinary 8mm home movies shot by Cooke charting his discovery of America, his passions and his relationships with stars such as Charlie Chaplin. The program is told in Cooke's own voice and in interviews with family and close friends.

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