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The Genius of Roald Dahl

Season 1
Roald Dahl is celebrated as a genius of storytelling. Many years after his death, his books, including The BFG and Matilda, still delight millions of children worldwide. But who was the man behind the stories? Comedian and author David Walliams explores this complex individual by meeting his family and collaborators. Did the tragic events that the author suffered inspire his much-loved tales?
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  1. S1 E1 - The Genius of Roald Dahl
    April 20, 2012
    47min
    7+
    Roald Dahl is celebrated as a genius of storytelling. Many years after his death, his books, including The BFG and Matilda, still delight millions of children worldwide. But who was the man behind the stories? Comedian and author David Walliams explores this complex individual by meeting his family and collaborators. Did the tragic events that the author suffered inspire his much-loved tales?
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Lucy McDowell
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Lucy McDowell
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