Producer Jeff Simpson has chanced upon a trove of archive material that is by turns hilarious and hideous. From the 1950s to the 80s, the Government produced dozens of short films promoting Britain to foreign audiences. Caravan rallies, Wurlitzers, asbestos spray, foil-wrapped babies, and a young Roger Cook modelling an electrical anorak are among the treats that should have you chortling with mirth and horror. I lost count of the times my jaw dropped at the parade of dire fashions, alarming hairdos and unbridled sexism. Enjoy!
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