In this hard-hitting current affairs documentary, ITV’s global security editor Rohit Kachroo meets with Bethany Haines, Marsha and Carl Mueller, and Diane Foley, the families of the people who were killed on camera by members of a British Islamic State terror cell dubbed the Beatles and hears of their fight to bring the murderers to justice. Spanish hostage and survivor Marc Marginedas also provides first-hand testimony of life in the Syrian prison where he was held alongside many of those who later died.
After the group’s ringleader, Mohammed Emwazi, known as “Jihadi John”, was killed in a US airstrike in 2015, Aine Davis was sentenced to seven years in prison in 2017, the two remaining members of the terrorist group were stripped of their UK citizenships and extradited to the US to stand trial. While El Shafee Elsheikh is still awaiting trial and claiming his innocence, Alexanda Amon Kotey pleaded guilty and, as part of his plea deal to be returned to the UK to serve the rest of his sentence, agreed to meet with the families of his victims.
Aidan Sansom was editor on this project and comments “It’s a haunting look at the human cost of ISIS’ campaign of terror at its high watermark, spending time with the families of those who were executed. It was a pleasure to work with director Chris Hackett for the third time. He’s an expert hand at the tiller and, depressingly, 10 years younger than me.”
First episode in series 3. Produced in collaboration with Leopard pictures, Lola Entertainment and Treasure Pictures for BBC One and iPlayer.
Director Mackenzie Crook reunites with Toby Jones to bring us his critically acclaimed adaptation of Worzel Gummidge inspired by the classic books by Barbara Euphan Todd.
It’s the build-up to bonfire night and a new face has arrived in Scatterbrook. Worzel’s cousin, Guy Forks, has taken his rightful place at the top of the bonfire, but an argument between the old friends leads to a competition to prove who can do the other’s job better. With The Bonfire Night Committee distracted, Guy convinces Worzel to swap places, but it soon becomes clear that Worzel has bitten off more than he can chew. With Worzel stuck on top of the bonfire, John and Susan turn to Aunt Sally for help, but can they find a way to rescue Worzel before time runs out?
Lem Lawrence who helped create the Visual Effects for the series commented, ‘Worzel Gummidge has been a lovely show to work on with the talented guys at Jam VFX. It’s a show for the times we have been living in, as its just a lovely feel-good drama, just what we all need right now.
We have been busy creating invisible FX to help the magic of the show move along seamlessly, and give Mackenzie Crook’s Worzel a hand to get out of the many scrapes he gets into on his adventures.’
This episode is all ready for Bonfire Night so settle in front of the fire and enjoy! We can’t wait!
Netflix brings us a new true crime documentary series but this time, rather than focusing on the victims or perpetrators of those crimes, Catching Killers puts the spotlight on the investigators and prosecutors behind infamous serial killer cases and the effects this has on them psychologically.
Featuring interviews and archive footage revealing harrowing, chilling details of their extraordinary efforts throughout the investigations all the way up to apprehending and incarcerating the culprits, the series will tell two murder stories in each episode.
Phil Bowman edited Episode 7, the first of a 2-parter titled the ‘Happy Face Killers’, he commented: “It was great fun crafting this two-parter with Alex Emslie and Alisdair Bayne. Lets hope that’s all the killers caught now!”
The series will be streaming on Netflix from 4th November. Watch the trailer here.
New 6-part series produced by Avalon UK for Sky History in which Al Murray delves into British history, specifically whether the British psyche is helped or hindered by their experiences in war. In each episode Al will focus on Britain’s relations with one of their famous one-time ally or adversary and will be joined by a celebrity or comedian from the chosen country to find out how our neighbours feel about the way we constantly reminisce about the glory days.
Aidan Sansom worked on episode 1 in which Al is joined by Fred Siriex to look at the Napoleonic Wars, and episode 5 exploring the Viking invasion with John Thompson. He commented: ‘It’s a fun, entertaining series, mixing myth-busting history with light-hearted comedy moments. Al Murray is a treat to edit, thoughtful and witty, and has a great rapport with his famous guests. I had a wonderful producer, Sallie Clement, who made sure to bring out the best in the show.’
About turn and quick march down memory lane with the first episode at 9pm on Sky History TONIGHT!
Ready your buzzer and leave your expectations at the door! Comedian Richard Ayoade hosts his first comedy panel show for UKTV but breaks the rules of the traditional quiz show by outsourcing the responsibility of coming up with questions to his guests. Each comedian is asked to bring a unique round of questions inspired by their own interests. Anything goes, the only rule is that each question should have a proper answer.
Gavin Ames edited 4 of the 8 episodes including episode 1 showcasing Bob Mortimer’s DIY, Thanyia Moore’s parachuting prowess and Kerry Godliman’s camping skills. Airing tonight at 10pm on Dave Channel. Don’t miss it!
Welcome to Murder Island! This new reality competition show takes the shape of a classic murder mystery event in which eight contestants in pairs become amateur detectives for a week whilst trying to solve the case of Charly Hendricks’ murder.
Written by successful mystery novelist Ian Rankin, the scenario will start with the contestants finding the body of Charly Hendricks at a rundown property she had been renting from the local landlord and must find forensic clues to work out exactly who she is. The civilian ‘detectives’ will have police resources at their disposal — pathologists, forensic scientists, psychologists, etc…
Throughout the week, the contestants will be watched by senior investigating officers, who’ll be offering their expert advice and picking out potential errors they’ve made. Whichever pair manages to solve the murder and arrest the culprit first will win a prize of £50,000.
Our very own Jen Hampson edited episode 3 and was second editor on episode 4 airing Tuesday 19th and 26th October respectively. Find the clues, solve the mystery on Murder Island every Tuesday on All 4 from 5th October at 9:15pm.
Vendetta: Truth, Lies and The Mafia tells the dramatic true story of two leaders at the heart of Sicily’s anti-mafia crusade: journalist and TV host Pino Maniaci, who spent more than two decades fighting organized crime on his local TV station, and Court of Palermo Judge Silvana Saguto, Italy’s most powerful anti-mafia judge, both accused of committing the very crimes they’ve battled against. Their paths crossed in 2013 when Maniaci’s investigations into corruption in the judiciary led him to accuse Saguto and others of stealing money seized from mafia-related businesses. Saguto responded by claiming that Maniaci was a mafia mouthpiece trying to tarnish her reputation.
Franco Bogino worked on the docuseries, with access to Maniaci and Saguto, their families and legal teams, alongside access to Sicily’s criminal courts and the use of unseen archive, following both trials to determine the truth and concludes with the verdicts in both cases.
Stream the riveting story on Netflix from 24th September.
Jamie Oliver is back with a new series for Channel 4 to showcase the recipes in his new book – Jamie Oliver: Together. To make up for 18 months of lockdown and missed family milestones, Jamie returns with a bunch of new recipes for celebratory feasts to share with your loved ones. From his country kitchen and with the help of his son Buddy, the chef will also share hacks, tips and tricks to set the scene and create the perfect ambience for guests.
Gwyn Moxham edited episodes 3 and 6 of the series and comments: ‘it’s all great food and fun times! The show looks beautiful with a lovely energy.’
Episode 1 will be airing on All 4 tonight at 8pm, catch the rest of the series every Monday at 8pm on Channel 4. We look forward to trying out some new recipes, just hope we don’t get too hungry whilst watching it!
Youtube star and influencer Patricia Bright returns to the platform that launched her career to present a new four-part original series ‘If I Could Tell You Just One Thing’.
Based on the bestselling book of the same name, the series features Patricia in conversation with some of the world’s most renowned and powerful women about the stories and experiences that have shaped their own lives. As a self-made lifestyle and career/financial guru, Bright is emblematic of the women she interviews, highlighting the inspirational advice and unique perspectives that motivated them to reach their success.
Produced by Hidden Light, the production company recently launched by Hillary Clinton, Sam Branson and Chelsea Clinton, Youtube Originals commissioned the show after the success of the 2019 US pilot episode presented by Priyanka Chopra and brings it over to the UK.
Joe Swanson, editor on the series said: ‘So many interesting contributors, beautifully shot by an incredible team, I can’t wait for the series to launch.’ We can safely say Joe thoroughly enjoyed working on this one!
Jay Blades opens the doors to his brand-new workshop in Bradford in this new series for BBC Two.
In each episode, three of Britain’s finest furniture makers and experts craftspeople – Ciaran, Isabelle and Saf – will be given the task to team up with six woodworkers from the surrounding area to handmake a bespoke piece of furniture for local community heroes nominated by members of the public from across Yorkshire.
Whilst Jay will be collecting information about each local hero to find out what’s special about them and why their local community wants to thank them in this unique way for going above and beyond, the workshop team will be learning from the experts they’re working alongside. Each has a personal reason to be there, and the series explores their lives whilst following how they go about making these items and learning on the job.
Belle Borgeaud cut one episode and commented: ‘It was a great team to work with and a really nice show to make. Feel good telly – and all for the most deserving people – exactly what we all need at the moment!’ Hugo Fowler, an adept of the Repair Shop, confided that ‘After working on 2 episodes, I’m pretty sure I could throw together a walnut and mahogany table, in my mind at least.’
Enter the workshop and watch the craft at 9pm on Wednesday 18th August on BBC Two.
