Anna Cox

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Anna Cox

Anna Cox has worked at the BBC as a documentary director and producer. Her award winning films have ranged from a fly on the wall documentary for BBC2, about an experiment into prayer in the States, to numerous drama documentaries for BBC1.

Known For

The Most Dangerous Man in Tudor EnglandThe Most Dangerous Man in Tudor England · 2013
The Most Dangerous Man in Tudor England
9.02013
MovieDocumentaryHistory
Melvyn Bragg explores the dramatic story of William Tyndale and his mission to translate the Bible into English, which made him a threat to the authority of the church and state.
Warrior Women with Lupita Nyong'oWarrior Women with Lupita Nyong'o · 2019
Warrior Women with Lupita Nyong'o
6.02019
MovieDocumentary
The Black Panther star uncovers the astounding true story of the Agoji, Benin’s female army – or as Europeans labeled them, the 'Amazons – then finds the last warrior left alive.
Jesus' Female Disciples: The New EvidenceJesus' Female Disciples: The New Evidence · 2018
Jesus' Female Disciples: The New Evidence
2018
MovieDocumentary
Two Biblical scholars explore a controversial new theory: that many of Jesus’ closest followers were women. Why have they been cut out of history?
The Story of the SwastikaThe Story of the Swastika · 2013
The Story of the Swastika
2013
MovieDocumentary
In the week when Hindus celebrate the holy festival of Diwali, this documentary tells the story of one of their faith's most sacred symbols - the swastika. For many, the swastika has become a symbol synonymous with the Nazis and fascism. But this film reveals the fascinating and complex history of an emblem that is, in fact, a religious symbol, with a sacred past. For the almost one billion Hindus around the world, the swastika lies at the heart of religious practices and beliefs, as an emblem of benevolence, luck and good fortune.
The Story of the TurbanThe Story of the Turban · 2012
The Story of the Turban
2012
MovieDocumentaryHistory
In September 2011, Sikhs from all over Britain gathered in Parliament Square to protest. The focus of their concern was the turban. Since the terrorist attacks of the 21st century Sikhs believe their turbans have singled them out for discrimination. In a case of mistaken identity the Sikhs claim they've been wrongly regarded as religious terrorists and subjected to increased airport security searches. This documentary traces the history of the turban in the Sikh religion, from its roots in Moghul India, through the battlefields of Europe, to the fight for British Sikhs to wear it without fear. It reveals that the turban is a crucial symbol of the Sikh faith - one that Sikhs will even risk their lives for.
England's Reformation: Three Books That Changed a NationEngland's Reformation: Three Books That Changed a Nation · 2017
England's Reformation: Three Books That Changed a Nation
8.02017
MovieDocumentaryHistory
To mark the 500th anniversary of the Reformation, Janina Ramirez tells the story of three books that defined this radical religious revolution in England.
Secrets of the Royals: Births, Marriages and DeathsSecrets of the Royals: Births, Marriages and Deaths · 2025
Secrets of the Royals: Births, Marriages and Deaths
2025
SeriesDocumentary
Royal Births, Marriages, and Death is a captivating new ten-part documentary series featuring a dynamic and fresh cast of contributors with specialist expertise, extraordinary archive, ancient documents that reveal incredible insight. This stunning new series tells the story of a thousand years of monarchy through these powerful and pivotal moments.

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The Story of the TurbanThe Story of the Turban · 2012
The Story of the Turban
2012
MovieDocumentaryHistory
In September 2011, Sikhs from all over Britain gathered in Parliament Square to protest. The focus of their concern was the turban. Since the terrorist attacks of the 21st century Sikhs believe their turbans have singled them out for discrimination. In a case of mistaken identity the Sikhs claim they've been wrongly regarded as religious terrorists and subjected to increased airport security searches. This documentary traces the history of the turban in the Sikh religion, from its roots in Moghul India, through the battlefields of Europe, to the fight for British Sikhs to wear it without fear. It reveals that the turban is a crucial symbol of the Sikh faith - one that Sikhs will even risk their lives for.

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