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Sir Alan Parker

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4 Extra Debut. Film director Alan Parker retraces his London paper round and assesses its influence on his films. With Bob Kingdom. From September 2011.

A series in which five public figures revisit the route of their paper round to reveal how it influenced their attitudes to work, creativity and independence.

Having a paper round is a rite of passage for many children, and many successful public figures claim to have braved the early mornings and the elements to deliver newspapers. For some, it's a chance for independence and freedom, or a temporary escape from the horrors at home. For others, it provides money to spend on music, fashion and girl/boyfriends.

Actor and former paper boy Bob Kingdom joins his guests in England, Wales and Northern Ireland as they reflect on the formative years of their paper round.

In the first episode, award-winning film director Sir Alan Parker retraces his route in North London which provided the inspiration for some of the key moments in his films.

Producer: Olivia Landsberg
A Ladbroke Production for 成人快手 Radio 4.

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Mon 30 Jan 2017 02:15

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  • Mon 19 Sep 2011 15:45
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  • Mon 30 Jan 2017 02:15