Synopsis
Lucy Worsley investigates the dark and revealing history of our curious relationship with killing. She explores notorious real-life crimes from the first half of the 19th century, finding out how these murders were transformed into popular entertainments.
Other Archive resources

Off by Heart
More than 1500 schools took part in a national poetry recitation competition, the first of its kind, and this documentary follows the 12 children who progress to the final.

Rhyme & Reason: BBC Introducing Arts
Lemn Sissay presents a selection of short films from a new generation of artists who are inspired by poetry and the spoken word.