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Heroes and Hero Worship

BBC One
on BBC One London

The word 'hero' seems outdated. Disillusionment with war, politics and much religious activity has brought this about.
Tonight Magnus Magnusson introduces film illustrating the change in the hero image, and discusses with Dennis Potter the reasons why his play Son of Man portrays the person of Christ (played by Colin Blakely, above) as a kind of anti-hero.

Contributors

Presenter:
Magnus Magnusson
Guest:
Dennis Potter
Producer:
Peter Firth
Source: Radio Times

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