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In My Mind is a documentary about Patrick McGoohan and the making of The Prisoner, a 1960s TV series. Created and narrated by Chris Rodley, the film commemorates the 50th anniversary of the original airing in the UK. It recounts Rodley's 1983 visit to interview McGoohan for a Channel 4 documentary, which was later not used in its entirety. The film includes previously unseen interviews and excerpts from McGoohan's original series and other interviews, providing a comprehensive look at the series' impact and McGoohan's thoughts.
The documentary premiered at Portmeirion, the location used in The Prisoner, and was released on Blu-ray on October 30, 2017. It features interviews with key figures such as Lew Grade and David Tomblin, as well as insights from McGoohan's daughter, Catherine. The film also touches on McGoohan's dissatisfaction with the original Channel 4 documentary, leading him to create his own interview footage, which is included in this documentary.
Why Watch
- •See Patrick McGoohan's rare insights on The Prisoner
- •Find out why McGoohan hated the original Channel 4 documentary
- •Meet key figures like Lew Grade and David Tomblin
Did You Know
•Patrick McGoohan gave very few interviews about The Prisoner since 1968.
•The documentary premiered at Portmeirion, the filming location, in 2017.
•Chris Rodley interviewed McGoohan in 1983 for a Channel 4 documentary.
•The Channel 4 program Six Into One – The Prisoner File has never been repeated since 1984.
•McGoohan's daughter, Catherine, provides insights into her father's work.
Perfect For
Fans of The PrisonerDocumentary enthusiastsTelevision history buffs