Synopsis
Dominic Sandbrook takes a look at a dynamic decade. This episode looks at how the early 80s saw new forces of choice and consumerism reshape British life.
- Programme: The 80s with Dominic Sandbrook
- Episode: 01: The Sound of the Crowd
- Channel: BBC Two
- Broadcast year: 2016
- History
Licence: ERA Licence required
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Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
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