TV tonight: Judi Dench, Kenneth Branagh and a potty-mouthed parrot

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Source: theguardian.com
TV tonight: Judi Dench, Kenneth Branagh and a potty-mouthed parrot

The much-loved actors (and old friends) reminisce over a cuppa. Plus: a peek behind the scenes at the papal conclave. Here’s what to watch this evening

9pm, Sky Arts
A wickedly funny and hugely moving hour spent with Judi Dench and her longtime friend Kenneth Branagh. They share a pot of tea in Dench’s country home (complete with an “I’ve been expecting you Mr Bond” doormat), where one minute she’s introducing her potty-mouthed parrot and the next she’s reminiscing over her career, beloved husband and starry friends who have gone. It’s made even more poignant as the actor recently announced she cannot work any more due to worsening health problems. Hollie Richardson

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