Barry Took
Writing
Biography
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Born: June 19, 1928
Place of Birth: Muswell Hill, London, England, UK
Known For
Marty Feldman: Six Degrees of Separation
A documentary about the legendary and influential comedian, actor and writer, who went out from the BBC to conquer Hollywood, but sadly the system quickly withdrew its support when they couldn't contain his talents. This portrait is spiked with many comments from people who knew Feldman privately or had dealt with him professionally. His early death sadly rendered him all but forgotten by the public. The compilation consists of interviews, some film clips and photos as well as various audio clips from him.
An Audience with Kenneth Williams
Outstanding raconteur Kenneth Williams regales his spellbound audience in typical fashion with a long look back at his career - from his time entertaining troops in the army, his radio work (including the Hancock shows), his work in theatre and - of course - the highly successful series of Carry On films. Playing wonderfully to his audience of celebrities (which include Michael Parkinson, Ned Sherrin, Gordon Jackson and Carry On cohorts Joan Sims and Bernard Bresslaw) he even finds time to answer a few of their questions.
'Oh, Miss Jones!': The Very Best of Leonard Rossiter
A compilation of the many characters played by Leonard Rossiter.
Legends
The story of the big names that have shaped the musical genres, plus an occasional stopgap for the new rock 'n' roll - comedy.
Stop Messin' About!: The Very Best of Kenneth Williams
Documentary and celebration of the life and career of British comedian Kenneth Williams.
One Pair of Eyes - No, But Seriously
Marty Feldman, for many years a successful comedy writer before turning to performing, explores humour through the people who create it, comparing their traditions, motivations and anxieties with his own. Among the people Marty talks to are Peter Sellers, Eric Morecambe, Peter Brough and Archie Andrews, Dudley Moore and Barry Took.
Points of View
Points of View is a long-running British television series broadcast on BBC One. It started in 1961 and features the letters of viewers offering praise, criticism and purportedly witty observations on the television of recent weeks.
The Marti Caine Show
Marti Caine presents a star studded variety show in which she performs comedy material, sings and dances alongside special guests.
Filmography
as Self (archive footage)
as Narrator (voice)