The Gruffalo and Me: The Remarkable Julia Donaldson
A celebration of the life and work of Julia Donaldson and the remarkable cast of characters that have sprung from her imagination.
2020-12-25 | 49 minutes
Plot Summary
The programme offers unique access to Julia Donaldson, her family, her rich archives and home movies, and the remarkable cast of characters that have sprung from her imagination. Specially commissioned animations from Julia's long-term illustrator Axel Scheffler bring her biography to life. With contributions from well-known admirers and collaborators, this is a tribute to the woman who has created the characters and stories that have become a fixture of children’s bedtime routines all around the world and spawned multi-award-winning adaptations for stage and screen. Looking at her works, the programme uncovers the surprising stories behind how Julia's iconic characters were created and what they mean to a generation of readers. It also explores why Donaldson’s books appeal to both children and adults alike – tackling serious themes of love, loss, fear and bullying in a poignant but subtle way.
Cast
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Julia Donaldsonself
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Helena Bonham Carterreader
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Imelda Stauntonreader
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James McAvoyreader
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David Walliamsinterviewed guest
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Nadiya Hussaininterviewed guest
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Claudia Winklemaninterviewed guest
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Sophie Dahlinterviewed guest
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Victoria Coren Mitchellinterviewed guest
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Frank Cottrell Boyceinterviewed guest
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