Spitting Image: The Ronnie & Nancy Show
Spitting Image: The Ronnie & Nancy Show

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Spitting Image: The Ronnie & Nancy Show

1988
Movie
24 min
English

As First Lady Nancy Reagan holds an celebrity-filled anniversary party at the White House, President Ronald Reagan's aides desperately attempt to prevent an unprovoked nuclear attack he accidentally ordered.

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Director: Nigel ColeGenres: Comedy, Satire, Political Satire

Plot Summary

This installment of the satirical puppet show 'Spitting Image' focuses on the then-controversial relationship between Prince Charles (Ronnie) and Camilla Parker Bowles (Nancy). The episode uses celebrity impersonations and comedic skits to explore their affair and its implications within the British monarchy and media.

Critical Reception

As a staple of British satire in the late 1980s, 'Spitting Image' episodes like 'The Ronnie & Nancy Show' were generally well-received by audiences for their sharp political commentary and fearless impersonations. Critics often praised its topicality and comedic execution, though its often biting humor could also be divisive.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its timely and audacious satire of royal affairs.

  • Celebrated for the skillful puppetry and vocal impersonations.

  • Some found the humor to be overly harsh or sensationalized.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this particular episode is not readily available, but the show was generally popular among viewers for its satirical take on public figures.

Awards & Accolades

None notable for this specific episode; 'Spitting Image' as a series won numerous awards including BAFTAs and EMMYs.

Fun Fact

The 'Spitting Image' puppets were meticulously crafted and often took weeks to create, allowing for incredibly detailed and accurate portrayals of public figures.

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