Well, that's a childhood illusion shattered.
A look at the life and times of Famous Five novelist, Edin Blyton.
The BBC made some wonderful dramas at the time, exploring Gracie Fields, Hattie Jacques, and a few others, this is no different, it's a quality production.
Beautifully made and acted, I don't know much about her, so I'm not too sure about the accuracy of it, but a little research reinforces a lot of what was seen here.
Blessed with the talent to write children's books, but seemingly not the talent to be a decent wife or mother, she's portrayed as something of a monster for the most part.
The acting is first class, McFadyen and Lawson are great, Helena Bonham Carter puts in a killer performance. Outnumbered fans may recommend a familiar face.
An absorbing watch, 8/10.
A look at the life and times of Famous Five novelist, Edin Blyton.
The BBC made some wonderful dramas at the time, exploring Gracie Fields, Hattie Jacques, and a few others, this is no different, it's a quality production.
Beautifully made and acted, I don't know much about her, so I'm not too sure about the accuracy of it, but a little research reinforces a lot of what was seen here.
Blessed with the talent to write children's books, but seemingly not the talent to be a decent wife or mother, she's portrayed as something of a monster for the most part.
The acting is first class, McFadyen and Lawson are great, Helena Bonham Carter puts in a killer performance. Outnumbered fans may recommend a familiar face.
An absorbing watch, 8/10.