Originally Posted by wizzywick:
“In your message, you mentioned some programmes you'd rediscovered that you'd forgotten about whilst researching your answers. Things like The Clothes Show and Telly Addicts. This got me thinking. As a side topic whilst the Quiz is running (and beyond), I thought it would be nice for Posters to tell of the programmes they too had rediscovered. You know, the type that went "I remember that!" whilst you were finding out your answers.
I came across the annual late night Golf tournament that was always shown at Christmas called Men V Women. Does anyone remember that? Then there was "Play Chess" the Children's programme that was more boring than Jackanory! But, one that I can't remember well but recall it was "Sitting Pretty" a sitcom by John Sullivan. Does anyone have any fond memories of that? I can't remember it or what it was about.”
I think that's a great idea.
Another thing I noticed is how way back broadcaster's especially the BBC made a much bigger thing of the old Hollywood stars back then.
For instance on one BBC schedule I came across because it was Hollywood legend Barbara Stanwycks birthday or because she'd won a prestigious award they spend the majority of the week showing Barbara Stanwycks best films especially in the nighttime slot. They really celebrated and pushed the boat out. Whilst I understand why those days are no longer with us I do miss them!
I'd love the BBC to show Jake Gyllenhaal or Jude Law films all week as a celebration and tribute!