Groomed: A National Scandal
Channel 4, 9pm
A new documentary, Groomed: A National Scandal, examines the issue of gang grooming in the UK. According to a report by The Guardian, the documentary, presented by Anna Hall, explores the experiences of five adult victims of grooming and the failures of authorities in addressing the issue. Hall has been reporting on gang grooming for over two decades, starting with her 2004 film Edge of the City. The documentary highlights how victims were often referred to as "child prostitutes" or labelled "promiscuous" by authorities.
As noted by The Guardian, Hall’s documentary reveals that the same patterns of grooming are being repeated today. The issue has become a polarising political topic, with many victims still struggling to receive justice. The documentary aims to shed light on the scale of the problem and the need for greater awareness and action.
In an interview with The Guardian, Hall stated, "The patterns of grooming are still the same today. It’s a national scandal that needs to be addressed." The documentary features interviews with victims and experts, providing a comprehensive overview of the issue.
Other TV Highlights
In other TV news, The Guardian reports that the search for Britain’s next makeup star continues with Glow Up: Britain’s Next Make-Up Star on BBC Three, 8pm. The show, hosted by Leomie Anderson, features a new batch of contestants competing to create the best makeup looks.
Meanwhile, Race Across the World returns to BBC One, 9pm. The reality TV series follows teams as they travel across the globe, completing challenges and tasks along the way. This week’s episode sees teams racing to reach a checkpoint in Sanya, China.
Genius Game is a new gameshow on ITV1, 9pm, hosted by David Tennant. The show features a group of highly intellectual contestants competing against each other for a cash prize. The contestants, including a crime writer, a standup comic, and two GPs, must outsmart each other to win.
Other shows highlighted by The Guardian include Just Act Normal on BBC Three, 9pm, which follows the lives of three siblings, and I, Jack Wright on U&Alibi, 9pm, a whodunnit starring John Simm and Gemma Jones.
Film Choice
For film enthusiasts, The Guardian recommends A Complete Unknown, a biopic about Bob Dylan’s early career, directed by James Mangold and starring Timothée Chalamet. The film explores Dylan’s journey as a young folk singer in New York, following in the footsteps of his hero, Woody Guthrie.
Live Sport
Finally, for sports fans, The Guardian notes that the Women’s Super League football match between Aston Villa and Arsenal will be broadcast on Sky Sports Main Event, 5.30pm, followed by the match between Man United and Chelsea at 8pm.
According to The Guardian, these TV shows and films offer a range of entertainment and informative content for viewers. With documentaries like Groomed: A National Scandal, reality TV shows like Race Across the World, and films like A Complete Unknown, there’s something for everyone.
