An Excellent Mystery?
First transmitted in 1964, this revealing documentary asks if marriage is an out of date social contract or an excellent mystery.
First transmitted in 1964, Sybil Thorndike and Lewis Casson lead the way in this revealing documentary that looks into the future of marriage. Experts, including renowned anthropologist Margaret Mead, give their views on how marriage is adapting to our changing society. Meanwhile, students, young people and members of an 'old folks' club' relate their experiences and opinions of marriage in terms that range from the romantic to the self-consciously modern.
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Sybil Thorndike was a renowned British theatre actress who received particular acclaim for her performance in the title role of聽Saint Joan, which was written for her by George Bernard Shaw.
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- Wed 14 Oct 1964 20:40大象传媒 Two except East, South East & Yorkshire
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Marriage in the 1950s and 60s
From wedding vows to happily ever after?
Marriage in the 1950s and 60s Collection
This programme is available online as part of the Marriage in the 1950s and 60s Collection