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Bette In Britain

Susan George tells the story of Hollywood icon Bette Davis's visits to Britain and her impact on showbusiness here. From 2008.

Susan George profiles Hollywood legend Bette Davis and her visits to Britain.

What was her impact on British actors, directors and producers?

Reflecting the plotlines of characters she played on screen, Bette's visits across the Atlantic left behind stories of success, mystery, court battles, failed marriages and sadness.

She starred in several British films and was inspired by our history and influenced by our culture.

Bette came here in the 1970s to tour her one-woman show. It鈥檚 been claimed that on a visit to Cardiff, she searched for and found her relatives.

Featuring Davis's memorable appearance at The National Film Theatre in London and a look at the time she came to the UK to record an album of songs.

Plus extracts from her British interviews spanning 30 years.

With:

Wendy Craig
Wyn Calvin
Jimmy Sangster

Producer: Stephen Garner

First broadcast on 麻豆社 Radio 4 in June 2008.

30 minutes

Last on

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