Synopsis
Dominic Sandbrook looks at the impact of a fast-changing world on British life and the effects of the oil price hike of the 70s.
- Programme: The 70s
- Episode: 2: Doomwatch 73-74
- Channel: BBC Two
- Broadcast year: 2012
- History
Licence: ERA Licence required
UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted
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