
Kenneth Williams: Fantabulosa!
Directed by Andy De Emmony
Produced by BBC Four
A poignant biographical drama that contrasts Kenneth Williams's public comedic brilliance with his private anguish over identity and acceptance in repressive 1950s Britain.
Kenneth Williams was the star of the Carry Ons and Round the Horne. Despite his fame, he led a life full of mental torture as he tried to overcome his homosexuality in 1950s Britain. This film follows his life and eventual death based on the many diaries he kept
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Is Kenneth Williams: Fantabulosa! sad? Yes, very. More sad than 98% of films.
Does Kenneth Williams: Fantabulosa! end with hope? Barely. Less hopeful than 80% of films.
Is Kenneth Williams: Fantabulosa! violent? Barely. Less violent than 76% of films.
Is Kenneth Williams: Fantabulosa! scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Kenneth Williams: Fantabulosa! easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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