Programmes reflecting on the life of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
Sophie Raworth explores the stories behind the most iconic images of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. From Cecil Beaton's gloriously regal 1953 coronation portrait to David Bailey's refreshingly informal 2015 photograph, Sophie Raworth explores how images of The Queen are a powerful legacy that both fix The Queen's place in history and record the changing times through which she lived. Sophie meets artists and photographers, including David Bailey, who talk about their experiences of painting and photographing The Queen.
Fiona Bruce looks at the clothes worn by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II during her reign and shows how the monarch used her outfits and jewellery as a way of communicating with the world. For almost a century The Queen used fashion to help her navigate a life of duty and service, from the majesty of her coronation gown to the coat dresses, hats and handbags that became her signature look. Each outfit The Queen wore had a meaning and a daunting number of functions to perform.
A celebration of the life of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II through an exploration of her passions and pastimes. What did The Queen enjoy? Where, and when, did she relax? And what absorbed and entertained her? This film reveals the subjects that interested The Queen the most, from horses and dogs to TV, film, music and theatre. Featuring interviews with friends, members of the Royal Household, Royal Yacht Britannia yachtsmen, and celebrities - all of whom have shared her interests over the years.
This film tells the story of how a very private Queen was able to use the public platform of her speeches to deliver powerful messages to Britain and the Commonwealth that truly reflected her core values and beliefs.