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The Genius of Roald Dahl

The Genius of Roald Dahl

2012•47m
Documentary

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.

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EN

Status

Released

Release Date

Cast

David Walliams

David Walliams

Himself - Presenter

Quentin Blake

Quentin Blake

Himself

Tim Minchin

Tim Minchin

Himself

Joanna Lumley

Joanna Lumley

Herself

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