Storyline
Described by Bono as 'the Noel Coward of our generation’, the singer and songwriter Kirsty MacColl would have turned 65 this year had her life not been tragically cut short in December 2000. Signed at the age of just 19 after being the backing singer for a failed punk band, Kirsty went on to write and record songs that spanned genres, including rockabilly, pop and South American. She had hits like A New England and Days and sang a key part in one of the nation’s favourite Christmas songs, Fairytale of New York. Respected by those who worked alongside her, including Billy Bragg, Johnny Marr, Jools Holland and many others, she has left a legacy that is still valued today. This programme brings together performances that highlight the wit and intelligence of this unique performer
Cast & Crew
Kirsty MacColl
Self (archive footage)
Lead
Billy Bragg
Self (archive footage)
Jennifer Saunders
Self (archive footage)
Dawn French
Self (archive footage)
SL
Steve Lillywhite
Self (archive footage)
Shane MacGowan
Self (archive footage)
Rowland Rivron
Self (archive footage)
Simon Brint
Self (archive footage)
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. the director's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Kirsty MacColl at the BBC is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
