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Moviedrome

1988–2000 · 11 seasons

A brief, enthusiastic lecture before the curtain rises, like a friend whispering why a strange old film is worth your evening.

Created by
Alex Cox, Mark Cousins
Genres
Documentary
Starring
Alex Cox, Mark Cousins
Overview
Cult films receive interesting introductions from an expert, before the entire film is screened.

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Created by
Alex Cox, Mark Cousins
Genres
Documentary
Starring
Alex Cox, Mark Cousins
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    Themes
    • art
    • media
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    contemporary
    Audience
    adult
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    • documentary
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    Humour2
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    Complexity3
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    Genres
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    Created by
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    Written by
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    Length
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    Country
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