Movie: Movie Themes at the BBC

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Melanie Blatt

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Nicole Appleton
Nicole Appleton

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Natalie Appleton

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Jim Kerr
Jim Kerr

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Dolly Parton
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    Movie Themes at the BBC

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    A selection of some of the best BBC moments and classic archive performances from those singers and bands who cracked Hollywood as well as the pop charts. These are the tunes that get hummed when leaving the cinemas over the years from blockbusters, Oscar winners, comedies and family favourites, featuring a selection of soundtrack stars including Destiny’s Child, Paul Simon, All Saints, Simple Minds and Dolly Parton.

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    2023-02-18

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