Spitting Image Productions Limited (TV/Film Production Company) (1981-) (United Kingdom)
Organization
Dates
- Existence: 1981-
Places
- United Kingdom (nation) (Associated Country)
Found in 520 Collections and/or Records:
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The Royal Flush, and Philip and Me, c 1992-c 1993
File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/6/1/18
Scope and Contents
A file containing material relating to two British royal family-themed television productions, proposed by Spitting Image Productions Limited: a puppet-based soap opera, The Royal Flush; and a documentary-style film, Philip and Me. There are two-page summaries for each production, along with a more substantial treatment for The Royal Flush. Also present are copies of artwork used for the cover of the treatment...
Dates:
c 1992-c 1993
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The Sound of Maggie, 1989
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/2/1/2/4/4
Scope and Contents
A file containing a post-production script for the Spitting Image special episode, The Sound of Maggie, which was aired on British television on 6 May 1989. This episode satirised the life of Margaret Thatcher, while also parodying popular West End and Broadway musicals.
Dates:
1989
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The Spitting Image Workshop Manual, 1985
File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/4/6/2
Scope and Contents
A box containing five sub-files, which hold photographic material relating to an abandoned Spitting Image Productions Limited publication, The Spitting Image Workshop Manual. The idea for the book was proposed by photographer and graphic designer, David King, and he spent time at the Spitting Image Workshop documenting the activities that took place at the company's Limehouse Studios. The project was abandoned when it was decided that such a publication would...
Dates:
1985
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Sub-Sub-Series
The Strip Show, 1994 - 1995
Sub-Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/1/2/12
Scope and Contents
Two portfolios containing original artwork, along with some other items, relating to the one-off television cartoon sketch programme, The Strip Show, which was produced by Spitting Image Productions Limited. This programme was aired by British television network, Channel 4, in December 1995.
Dates:
1994 - 1995
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The Strip Show, 1994 - 1995
File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/2/8/2
Scope and Contents
A box containing seven sub-files holding production material for the Spitting Image Productions Limited/Channel 4 cartoon sketch show pilot, The Strip Show, which was broadcast on 29 December 1995. Items include, but are not limited to: pitching/proposal material; a production agreement between SIPL and Channel 4; contracts for animators and illustrators, directors, writers, voice actors and others involved in the production; general correspondence and...
Dates:
1994 - 1995
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The Sunday Times Magazine, 1984-c 1989, 1996
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/5/2/10
Scope and Contents
Issues and tearsheets for the British newspaper supplement, The Sunday Times Magazine. The following items are present:1. 19 February 1984 issue - pages 50 and 51 contain an article on the upcoming first series of Spitting Image, accompanied by a photograph of Roger Law, Peter Fluck and others buried amongst a number of puppets.2. Tearsheets from an October 1986 issue, which feature an article by Lewis Chester on his...
Dates:
Publication: 1984-c 1989; Publication: 1996
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The Threepenny Trial, 1987 - 1990, 1993
File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/6/1/3
Scope and Contents
A file containing correspondence, scripts, budgeting papers and other material relating to a proposed television adaptation of Bertolt Brecht's musical play, The Threepenny Opera. The main development phase of this project was between November 1987 and early 1990.
Dates:
1987 - 1990; 1993
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The Very Beast of Spitting Image, 1984 - 1985
File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/2/1/2/2/2
Scope and Contents
A file containing a post-production script for the Spitting Image compilation episode, The Very Beast of Spitting Image, which was originally aired on British television on 29 December 1984. Also present is a fax, which contains a copy of the episode's running order.
Dates:
1984 - 1985
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The Video Doctor, 1991
File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/6/1/11
Scope and Contents
A proposal for an emergency first aid kit, The Video Doctor, by Spitting Image Productions Limited, Stay Alive Productions and Dr. Jonathan Miller. This first aid kit, if produced, would have contained a video and booklet, alongside the traditional first aid kit. Accompanying the proposal are original artwork that were used in the document.
Dates:
1991
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The World of Spitting Image, 1988-c early 1990s
File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/6/2/2
Scope and Contents
A file containing proposals, an investment memorandum and copies of accompanying artwork; relating to a proposed public attraction in London, The World of Spitting Image, developed by the Spitting Image Productions Limited subsidiary, Spitting Image Engineering (SI/937 and 938). This attraction intended to incorporate a mix of static and animated exhibits, the latter of which would involve using a compressed air system to move life-sized models of Spitting Image...
Dates:
1988-c early 1990s
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The World of Spitting Image and Spitting Image at Blackpool Pleasure Beach, 1989-c early 1990s
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/1/2/5/1
Scope and Contents
A visifile containing two sets of original artwork, produced by the Spitting Image Workshop, which were used in proposal/feasibility documents for two proposed Spitting Image-themed attractions. One of these attractions was The World of Spitting Image (SI/938), which would have been based in London. The other proposed attraction would have been based at Blackpool Pleasure Beach (SI/939). The artwork is drawn in pencil.
Dates:
1989-c early 1990s
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Theater Instituut Nederland Festival, 1993
File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/7/2/2/5
Scope and Contents
A file relating to Roger Law's participation in a festival held by the Theater Instituut Nederland, on puppet theatre, film and television; between 24 and 31 March 1993, in Amsterdam. Law was invited to a public interview on the making of Spitting Image, conducted by Hank van Gelder, on 28 March, held at the Nederlands Filmmuseum. Items include: a travel itinerary, a programme for the festival, a brochure for the Theater Instituut Nederland, and a leaflet for the...
Dates:
1993
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Tim Watts Artwork for Series 1, 1984
File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/1/2/1/2
Scope and Contents
A visifile containing a bundle of various pen and ink drawings produced for the first series of Spitting Image, by Tim Watts. These drawings were a commentary on the Punch magazine losing its bite. The drawings depict contributors from the magazine offering their services in mock Yellow Pages phone directory advertisements, and include: Melvyn Bragg's stone-cladding; Alan Coren's corn supply; Hunter Davies' car...
Dates:
1984
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Time Out, 1987, 1992
File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/5/2/11
Scope and Contents
Three issues of the British weekly cultual magazine, Time Out. The following editions are present:1. 21-28 October 1987 (No. 896) - pages 16 and 17 contain a feature on the Spitting Image Productions Limited publication, Spitting Images.2. 28 October-4 November 1987 (No. 897) - pages 26 and 27 have an article on Spitting Image, featuring an interview with Roger Law and Peter Fluck. On page...
Dates:
Publication: 1987; Publication: 1992
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Toby Jugs, 1991 - 1992
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/3/5/4/2
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A box containing three toby jugs in the representation of the following British politicians: Margaret Thatcher, John Major, and Neil Kinnock. They have been modelled by Pablo Bach at the Spitting Image Workshop, and manufactured by the ceramics company, Kevin Francis Limited. All were part of a limited edition series with only 650 made for each jug. The following designs are present: Margaret Thatcher with a knife in her back (SI/1231); John Major as a wind-up toy (SI/1233); and Neil Kinnock...
Dates:
1991 - 1992
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Toilet Terror, c 1985-c 1989
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/3/5/1
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A box containing items relating to a Margaret Thatcher ceramic toilet ornament, referred to as a Toilet Terror (SI/1226). The item was designed to be hung underneath the rim of a toilet bowl. The ornament bears the face of Thacher and was designed by Mick Hockney at the Spitting Image Workshop, and manufactured by Martcraft Limited, under the trademark name of Cloacal Daggers.Items present are an example of the ceramic ornament itself, a silicone mould for the ornament; and a...
Dates:
c 1985-c 1989
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Tony Blair Mould, c mid-1990s
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/1/1/2/1/2/1
Scope and Contents
A fibreglass mould for the Spitting Image puppet head of the former British Prime Minister, Tony Blair (F536).
Dates:
c mid-1990s
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Tony Blair Mould, c mid-1990s
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/1/1/2/1/1/2
Scope and Contents
A plaster mould for the Spitting Image puppet head of former British Prime Minister, Tony Blair (P013).
Dates:
c mid-1990s
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Part restricted. Access may only be possible with support from specialist conservation staff. Please seek guidance.
Sub-Sub-Series
Tooth & Claw: The Inside Story of Spitting Image, 1983 - 1986
Sub-Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/3/8/2
Scope and Contents
Material relating to the book, Tooth & Claw: The Inside Story of Spitting Image. This publication was a collaboration between Spitting Image Productions Limited and The Sunday Times journalist, Lewis Chester. The book was published in 1986 by Faber & Faber. This section has been split into the following: draft manuscripts, research material and correspondence files gathered by Lewis Chester and his partner, Lyn Owen, in the course...
Dates:
1983 - 1986
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Tooth & Claw: The Inside Story of Spitting Image, 1985 - 1986
File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/4/6/3
Scope and Contents
A file containing photographic transparencies and photographs, which hold images that featured as part of Lewis Chester's book, Tooth & Claw: The Inside Story of Spitting Image, published by Faber & Faber. The transparencies contain images taken for the front cover of the book, by John Lawrence Jones (SI/1). The black and white photographs in the file were taken by David King, and were originally going to feature in a book revolving around the Spitting...
Dates:
1985 - 1986
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Topps Bubble Gum Trading Cards, 1990
File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/3/7/3
Scope and Contents
A file containing 21 Topps bubble gum trading cards, which feature photographic images of Spitting Image puppet illustrations of celebrities and politicians on the front side, and jokes and other humourous text on the reverse side.
Dates:
1990
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Transparencies, 1987
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/4/6/4/1
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A box containing numerous plastic sleeves holding 63mm photographic transparencies and 35mm slides, along with a small amount of photographs and negatives, which feature images of puppet illustrations made for both the British and American versions of the Spitting Image Productions Limited merchandise publication, Spitting Images. These photographic images were produced by John Lawrence Jones. The sleeves are labelled with the following information: the...
Dates:
1987
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TV Times, 1984 - 1987
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/5/2/12
Scope and Contents
Four issues of the British weekly television magazine, TV Times. The following editions are present:1. 25 February-2 March 1984 - the front cover contains a photograph of television astrologer, Russell Grant, accompanied by his Spitting Image puppet. Pages 4 to 6 feature an article on Spitting Image (SI/705 and 706).2. 5-11 January 1985 - pages 13 and 14 feature an article on the upcoming...
Dates:
Publication: 1984 - 1987
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TV Times Award Statue, 1985
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/11/2
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A TV Times award statue for the Top 10 1984 Editor's Special Award, presented to Spitting Image.
The statue features a brass model sculpture that represents the initials of TV Times, by artist William Timym, which sits on a marble plinth.
The award ceremony where this statue was presented took place in circa January 1985.
Dates:
1985
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UK/LA '88 Festival Leaflet, 1988
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/7/2/2/3
Scope and Contents
A leaflet for the UK/LA '88 Festival, which was held as a 'celebration of British Arts,' and was a collaboration between UK/LA '88 Inc., various Los Angeles arts organisations, and the British Council. This particular leaflet promotes the festival's The Art of Communication lecture series, which involved 14 lectures held between February and April 1988 at various venues. Spitting Image Productions Limited's Roger Law and John Lloyd gave a talk on the ...
Dates:
1988
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