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Glitter: The Popstar Paedophile

20241h 5mErica Gornall
IMDb 6.5

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This feature-length documentary for ITV1 and ITVX is the first detailed up to date telling of the dark double life of Gary Glitter - real name Paul Gadd - who was viewed as an iconic performer in his heyday, yet was later exposed as a predatory child abuser. The documentary highlights how Glitter was able to evade justice for decades meaning he was free to travel abroad and continue offending. Documenting his crimes committed both in the UK and across the globe, this new film weaves historical victim testimony, archive and interviews with those who met Glitter on the showbiz circuit, as well as lawyers involved in both the prosecution and defence of Glitter during the different trials across the decades. The programme looks into how Glitter used his charismatic onstage persona to cover up his predatory offstage behaviour, meaning he was only brought to justice decades after lighting up the charts with a slew of catchy hits.

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What is Glitter: The Popstar Paedophile (2024) about?

This feature-length documentary for ITV1 and ITVX is the first detailed up to date telling of the dark double life of Gary Glitter - real name Paul Gadd - who was viewed as an iconic performer in his heyday, yet was later exposed as a predatory child abuser. The documentary highlights how Glitter was able to evade justice for decades meaning he was free to travel abroad and continue offending. …

Who stars in Glitter: The Popstar Paedophile?

Glitter: The Popstar Paedophile stars Gary Glitter (Self (archive footage)), Paul Cheston (Self - Court Reporter), Keith Gildart (Self - Professor of Social History), Sally James (Self - TV Presenter), Garry Johnson (Self - Music Journalist). The film was directed by Erica Gornall.

How long is Glitter: The Popstar Paedophile?

Glitter: The Popstar Paedophile has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2024.

Is Glitter: The Popstar Paedophile worth watching?

Glitter: The Popstar Paedophile holds an IMDb rating of 6.5/10. Fans of Documentary are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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