Below, in three parts, is an episode of Screen Wipe, which was originally shown on BBC Four, that covers the history and practice of TV journalism.

The section on the rise and demise of serious TV journalism (in part two) was written and edited by Adam Curtis, the creator of The Power of Nightmares.
Watch, enjoy and then arm yourself with loads of questions for your tutors...

Charlie Brooker's Screen Wipe (Series 4, Episode 3, Part 1)


Charlie Brooker's Screen Wipe (Series 4, Episode 3, Part 2)


Charlie Brooker's Screen Wipe (Series 4, Episode 3, Part 3)