Kenneth Williams, Carry On Darkly
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- čas přidán 19. 10. 2009
- Taken from Channel 4's 1998 documentary "Carry On Darkly".
This was an excellent, though at times disturbing, documentary examining the lives of Sid James, Kenneth Williams, Charles Hawtrey and Frankie Howerd.
Kenneth's reputation came out of it unscathed, in fact it only went to emphasise his tortured genius. The others however, particularly Sid and Charles, were painted in a less favourable light.
He was a great man who brought entertainment into the life's of many. Who cares about his this or that? He made me laugh when I was a child and I loved his character and mannerisms.
"If Grand-ma-ma could see you now, she'd be so proud" - that line, and the way Charles Hawtrey delivered it. I can't stop listening to it. It's deliciously clipped, and so full of vim. It's a delight for the ears.
who could give a rats about someones sexuality. who cares. he was a very talented man and made many memorable films.
I'll never forget the first time I saw Kenneth Williams - it was late-night showing of Make Mine Mink. He only had a small part, but, he was riveting - you could sense his talent (for goodness sakes, the incredible Hattie Jacques was in it, as well as too many to mention).
He was mu favourite in carry on movies
kenneth was my favourite in the carry on movies there will no more be another kenneth williams.
After listening to this series one has to wonder is it more about Mr. Williams and his life and written diaries or OTHERS interpretation of what they believe his life was about mixed with THEIR OWN bias, agendas and flaws. My take away is that Mr. Williams like all of us was a flawed person as were his family and friends. He made the best of his lot in life with all of its ups and downs, especially at the end of life when we have aches, pains and regrets of what was or could have been personally and professionally. He was immensely talented, stood by his parents and sibling, believed in home and the working man (from a different interview video I saw him in). He was an intelligent man and gifted actor. Who prehaps could of had a second career representing the common man of his country. I for one am very grateful for his comedy genius in films and audio recordings and interviews. His work has lightened my day and made it better, which is the best we can all hope for from our fellow man. God bless Mr. Kenneth Williams.
Kenneth was my favourite in the carry on flims shame he was'nt happy with himself he made me laugh so much especially in carry on behind with elke sommers which was so funny RIP KENNETH THERE WILL NOT BE ANYONE LIKE YOU THANKS 4 ALL THE LAUGHS
Barry Took is the only commentator who is able see through KW's antics and retain some affection mixed with compassion for this irrepressible and severely repressed (and thus depressed) comedy legend.
Not all gay men have an burning desire to behave in a "camp" manner or flounce around in women's clothes. Critics call it "straight acting", but it's not an act.
Exposing oneself to women like that, as described, or underaged girls, would create big problems for someone today.
I loved The Carry On films as a kid. I was born in the UK raised in a house on Caledonian Road.
Never heard of this one thanks for uploading!
I don't care about their private lives they made me laugh
Very talented man, definitely my favourite in the carry ons 💯
Two brilliant actors
Shocked to learn that CHarles Hawtrey was gay.
After seeing so many things about Kenneth Williams, why keep on about him being homosexual.? He was a great actor on stage and in carry on series. His personal life is his business. To me he was a great actor and the more now I see of him,the more I like him. Mr Williams, You made me happy!!!!!
"Are you ready, Agatha?"
I often think if the opportunity ever arose for him he would have played The Joker perfectly!
i don't like this. everyone should mind their own business and not paint him out to be some kind of freak.