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Factual: Cars & Motors

11/03/2009

BBC Four - The Car Show

Documentary exploring how cars have been presented on British television over the years.

Documentary exploring how cars have been presented on television over time, from classic magazine shows of the 1960s like Wheelbase to more aspirational programmes like Top Gear.

Documentary which explores the ways that cars have been presented on television in the motoring programmes that have tapped into our collective subconscious.

It looks at the classic motoring magazine shows of the 1960s and 70s like Wheelbase, which showcased some of the world's latest innovations and spawned the next generation of programming such as the original Top Gear with Angela Rippon and Noel Edmonds. 

The film investigates how more recent motoring programmes changed to accommodate society's view of the car. The new Top Gear and shows such as Panic Mechanics and Stars in Fast Cars reflect a shift away from the traditional car review show towards a more topical, aspirational and spectacular viewing experience.

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