Two-part documentary celebrating the 75th anniversary of what was once the biggest film production centre outside Hollywood: Elstree.
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Elstree: Britain's Hollywood
April 7, 1989
April 14, 1989
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BBC Elstree
BBC Two
Today only two of the original six studios remain. One makes films; the other television programmes, notably EastEnders. The story of Elstree's rise and decline mirrors that of the industry as a whole.