Interviews with actors and crew reveal that stuntmen operating the Daleks were often not recognized by their fellow cast members during filming.
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Interviews with actors and crew reveal that stuntmen operating the Daleks were often not recognized by their fellow cast members during filming.
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Peter Cushing stars as Dr. Who in the 1960s films Dr. Who and the Daleks and Daleks' Invasion Earth 2150 A.D. Dalekmania, a 1995 documentary directed by Kevin Davies, focuses on the cultural phenomenon surrounding the Daleks during that era. Interviews with actors like Roberta Tovey and Jill Curzon provide insights into the films' production and the fan excitement they generated. The documentary also features Dalek creator Terry Nation, who discusses his vision for the characters and their impact on audiences.
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Why Watch
- Meet Roberta Tovey and Jill Curzon from the films
- Find out about the Dalek operators' experiences
- See rare behind-the-scenes footage from the 1960s
Did You Know
- The documentary was filmed between May 25 and June 17, 1995.
- Peter Cushing starred as Dr. Who in both films discussed.
- Roberta Tovey played Dr. Who's granddaughter, Susan, in the films.
- The original soundtracks of the Dalek films were rediscovered at Pinewood Studios.
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Who directed the documentary Dalekmania?
Dalekmania was directed by Kevin Davies.
What years were the interviews for Dalekmania filmed?
The interviews for Dalekmania were filmed between 25 May and 17 June 1995.
Which actor played Dr. Who in the 1960s Dalek films?
Peter Cushing played Dr. Who in the 1960s Dalek films.
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