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1979: Billy Connolly - A Portrait by Alexander Goudie

202420 minPGdocumentary

Billy Connolly shares anecdotes and reflections on fame and Scottish identity while being painted by artist Alexander Goudie in this intimate 1979 portrait.

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1979: Billy Connolly - A Portrait by Alexander Goudie

2024• 20 minPG

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Billy Connolly shares anecdotes and reflections on fame and Scottish identity while being painted by artist Alexander Goudie in this intimate 1979 portrait.

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Billy Connolly engages in a candid conversation with figurative artist Alexander Goudie while he poses for a portrait. As Goudie paints, Connolly strums his guitar, sharing anecdotes and reflecting on the complexities of fame, particularly the challenges of being "professionally Scottish." He also explores the regional nuances of comedy and folk music. This intimate exchange, originally broadcast on BBC Two on July 10, 1979, captures the essence of Connolly's humor and insight during a pivotal moment in his career.

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