Stephen Frears

Explore the extraordinary life of Oscar winner, Shakespearean actor, and Star Wars icon Alec Guinness. From The Bridge on the River Kwai to Obi-Wan Kenobi, discover his legacy through rare recordings and stories from those who knew him best.

A modern history of British cinema, Reel Britannia is a bold, ambitious and visually striking documentary series which tells the colourful and far-reaching story of Modern British cinema in all of its vibrancy.