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The Genius of Roald Dahl

The Genius of Roald Dahl

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📜 Overview: David Walliams explores the magic behind the storytelling of Roald Dahl, one of the world's most successful children's authors, to try to understand the great writer's special touch and appeal.
🌏 Languages Available: English
📆 Date Released: 2012-04-22
⌚ Running Time: 47 mins
⭐ Vote Average: 0.0

Beloved Cast

David Walliams original image
Himself - Presenter
David Walliams
Quentin Blake original image
Himself
Quentin Blake
Tim Minchin original image
Himself
Tim Minchin
Joanna Lumley original image
Herself
Joanna Lumley

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