Ken Russell Movies

  • 1956
    Peepshow

    Peepshow

    Peepshow

    5.71956HD

    A parable made in the manner of an old silent comedy about artistry and illusion.

    Peepshow
  • 2007
    Watch the Birdie

    Watch the Birdie

    Watch the Birdie

    02007HD

    The work of professional photographer David Hurn, shown tackling a wide range of subjects from fashion to photojournalism to candid paparazzo shots.

    Watch the Birdie
  • 1960
    A Bedlington Miners' Picnic

    A Bedlington Miners' Picnic

    A Bedlington Miners' Picnic

    01960HD

    In 1960, Ken Russell visited Bedlington Colliery, Northumberland to make one of his first documentary films, following life in the mining community.

    A Bedlington Miners' Picnic
  • 1959
    From Spain to Streatham

    From Spain to Streatham

    From Spain to Streatham

    61959HD

    Also known as Guitar Craze and the more evocative Hound Dogs and Bach Addicts, this Monitor item (Ken Russell's third for the pioneering BBC arts...

    From Spain to Streatham
  • 1962
    Mr Chesher’s Traction Engines

    Mr Chesher’s Traction Engines

    Mr Chesher’s Traction Engines

    01962HD

    Explores the worldview of A.W. Chesher, who has a special interest in painting steam traction engines.

    Mr Chesher’s Traction Engines
  • 2006
    Charlotte Brontë Enters the Big Brother House

    Charlotte Brontë Enters the Big Brother House

    Charlotte Brontë Enters the Big Brother House

    02006HD

    A 'radical Brontë' ballet for young people.

    Charlotte Brontë Enters the Big Brother House