Film adaptation of Alan Bennett's acclaimed stage play, starring Richard Griffiths. Eight history pupils apply to Oxbridge, but they are caught in a clash of education styles. Show more
Night Waves
Peter O'Toole Appreciation, Genetics and Education, Japan at Christmas, Dragons
45 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 3
Available for over a year
To coincide with the opening of the second part of film director Peter Jackson's Hobbit trilogy, Matthew Sweet explores 'slaying the dragon', from Beowulf to Smaug. Show more
Last Word
Rhodri Morgan, Michael Wearing, Dr Helen Szamuely, Ian Brady, Robert Miles
28 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
Matthew Bannister on Welsh politician Rhodri Morgan, TV producer Michael Wearing, campaigner Helen Szamuely, Moors murderer Ian Brady and DJ Robert Miles. Show more
Drama about a widow who goes to stay with her grown up offspring. As she comes to terms with the past, she embarks on a startling new relationship with her daughter's boyfriend. Show more