S7.E3 ∙ Kitchener: Child's Play

This is the story of 33-year-old Tommy Lennon, struggling to deal with addiction, mental illness and other personal demons. Although he is youthful, attractive and likeable, he lives in a world fogged by delusion and mania. The film focuses on Tommy and his family's frustration, helplessness, courage and resilience.

Documentary of the making of the animated family film, The Iron Giant.

The Cutting Tradition - Insight into female genital mutilation. This moving and sensitive documentary highlights, in a non judgmental way, the complex social, religious, cultural and economic issues which underpin the ongoing practice of female genital mutilation, or FGM. This film deliberately raises questions that are critical in understanding why FGM continues to be very common to this day in both rich and poor communities, despite being illegal in many countries of origin. It is estimated that up to 140 million women and girls have already undergone some form of female genital mutilation with a further three million added annually.

Investigates the consequences of a childhood removed from nature. At a time when children play more behind screens than outside, this documentary unplugs a group of tech savvy teens and takes them on their first wilderness adventure, documenting the wonder that comes from time spent in nature and inspiring action for a sustainable future.

Konnie Huq explores and celebrates the very best of British children's programming from the past 100 years.