Thursday, July 07, 2011

Ken Russell's Self Portrait of an Enfant Terrible from SouthBank

I thought I'd never find this! Ken's interpretation of his own autobiography for The South Bank Show presented by Melvyn Bragg. Who fans will remember his great interview with Pete Townshend from the 1970's in which Mr Bragg wears a duck egg blue ruffled tuxedo shirt. Great 80's opening theme and décor.

For those new to Ken, it is worth taking a half hour so and watch this (part 5 was pulled in the US unfortunately but is visible here in the UK). Fans who have not seen this here it is! You'll see many of Ken's rare early films for the BBC REJOICE IN JOYOUS CELEBRATION!!

This is something very special.










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3 Comments:

Blogger grace said...

wow. I am very impressed at all the info and footage you are finding Amanda. I dont recall the Mr. bragg duck egg blue ruffled shirt.
You enlighten me with every post!

6:37 AM  
Blogger grace said...

thank you for the video, clearing up the tuxedo shirt :)

6:35 AM  
Blogger par.nordstrom said...

Just like an expert Indian Scout yer guidin us thru da unknown terrain of da man´s work : Wooo... A post stuffed SHOCKFUL (!) wid Sweet Stuff , Amanda !

6:42 AM  

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