About this season
Documentaries showing faces and places that make up the way we live today.
Episodes (7)
1. Bogus Callers
Aired 1 November 1995
The documentary series about how we live today starts with a look at the men who pose as officials to trick their way into the homes of the elderly and the vulnerable.
2. Tory Wives
Aired 8 November 1995
In tonight's edition of the documentary series about how we live today, wives of Tory MPs talk candidly about the toll that their husband's careers have had on them and their families
3. The Inspection
Aired 15 November 1995
An inner city comprehensive prepares to undergo a compulsory appraisal by the government's newly privatised inspectors.
4. Cheryl's Trial
Aired 29 November 1995
Cheryl Tooze's parents were murdered over two years ago, and her boyfriend was sentenced to life imprisonment for the crime. But her trauma continues as those around her "judge" the extent of her grief and her continued loyalty to her partner.
5. Lido
Aired 6 December 1995
Gentle, tranquil film, filmed in cinema style, showing life for English people relaxing by the water away from all the stresses of modern life.
6. The Partners
Aired 13 December 1995
A documentary about the unique corporate culture of Britain's John Lewis Partnership.
7. Man Seeks Woman
Aired 20 December 1995
Three men with very different circumstances who, like thousands of other people throughout Britain, are using small ads and dating agencies to locate their perfect partner.