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John Betjeman: The Last Laugh

A one-off special in the Reputations strand that provides an intimate portrait of the late Sir John Betjeman, the poet laureate who died, aged 77, in 1984. Betjeman's life was full of contrasts. He entertained the world with his warmth and enthusiasm, but, inwardly, he was haunted by fear, religious doubt, remorse and guilt. Highlighting his achievements as a conservationist and broadcaster, the film features contributions from the Prince of Wales and Lord Snowdon, who speak publicly for the first time about the most popular English poet of the 20th century.

English
  • Originally Aired December 29, 2001
  • Runtime 50 minutes
  • Special Position Airs after season 2001
  • Network BBC Two
  • Notes Is a season finale
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