Amy Dowden’s Journey Through Cancer Treatment

When Strictly dancer Amy Dowden was diagnosed with stage-three breast cancer in May 2023, she made the courageous decision to let cameras document her journey through treatment. The resulting film is both a heart-wrenching and uplifting experience, capturing the challenges of surgery and chemotherapy, as well as celebratory moments such as her appearance in the series finale last year. Though it’s been a tough period in the world of Strictly, this story provides a glimmer of hope.

A lack of funding in state schools has resulted in alarming numbers of disabled pupils being excluded from sports activities. Channel 4’s half-hour documentary introduces us to Tammy, who dreams of taking up wheelchair athletics, and Marley, who finds immense joy and empowerment in boxing. The film suggests that additional government funding could significantly improve these students’ lives.

The story of the Titanic, the ill-fated liner that sank in 1912, continues to captivate audiences. “Titanic: The Musical,” a 2023 production, effectively delves into the lives of those on board. From the affluent passengers to the humble crew members, the hopes and dreams of these victims ultimately shared the same tragic end.

Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia may have allowed women to drive, but he remains a controversial figure accused of silencing his critics. BBC Two’s “The Kingdom: The World’s Most Powerful Prince” covers pivotal weeks in 2017, including the prince’s purchase of Leonardo da Vinci’s Salvator Mundi, the world’s most expensive painting. The documentary explores his complex persona and political maneuvers.

ITV1’s “Platform 7” is a supernatural drama featuring Jasmine Jobson as Lisa, a woman condemned to wander a station’s platforms since her apparent suicide. Witnessing another suicide, that of Edward (Phil Davis), Lisa unearths how her life, once so happy, took such a tragic turn.

“We Might Regret This,” airing on BBC Two, tests the adage of never mixing business with friendship. Best friends Freya and Jo, played by Kyla Harris and Elena Saurel, are trying to manage their careers while working closely together. As Jo hones her caregiving skills, Freya excels in her first modeling job but is conflicted by the results of a “disability positive” campaign.

Source: BBC One, Channel 4, Sky Arts, BBC Two, ITV1