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John Lennon’s image is famous around the world. But just a handful of iconic shots and private snaps reveal a new story: an extraordinary life through a unique lens.

John Lennon’s image is known around the world; he is one of the most famous people on the planet. But can just a handful of photos uncover new truths about someone we think we all know? This film throws a unique lens onto an extraordinary life, focusing on ten defining pictures – from iconic shots to private snaps – with their secrets revealed by those who were there and those who knew John Lennon best.

The photos reveal Lennon’s lifelong search to find his place in the world, documenting his disaffection with living the life of a Beatle and his relationship with the woman who became the love of his life, the avant-garde artist Yoko Ono.

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Mon 8 May 2023 22:50
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Music Played

Timings (where shown) are from the start of the programme in hours and minutes

  • 00:07

    Bill Haley and His Comets

    See You Later Alligator

  • 00:25

    The Byrds

    So You Want To Be A Rock 'N' Roll Star (Mono Version)

  • 00:33

    Al Green

    Simply Beautiful

  • 00:38

    The Isley Brothers

    Harvest For The World

  • 00:46

    Tom Waits

    Goin Down Slow

  • 00:50

    Harry Nilsson

    One (Mono)

Credits

Director Tim Niel
Production Manager Jenni Shaw
Series Producer Chris Wilson
Executive Producer Julia Harrington

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