Aired Tuesday March 26, 1:55am - 2:55amon BBC Four HD

The Real Doctor Zhivago

Dr Zhivago is one of the best-known love stories of the 20th century, but the setting of the book also made it famous. It is a tale of passion and fear, set against a backdrop of revolution and violence. The film is what most people remember, but the story of the writing of the book has more twists, intrigue and bravery than many a Hollywood blockbuster.

Category
Documentary / Art / Special
Original air date
2017-11-07
Cast and crew
  • George CathroDirector
  • Stephen SmithHost