How It's Made

The programme provides an insight into the manufacturing processes behind jellied sweets, aluminium cans and bronze sculptures, detailing each step from raw material to finished product. Interviews with the craftsmen and technicians involved give first‑hand commentary on the techniques used.

The programme titled Jellied Sweets/Aluminium Cans/Bronze Sculptures is presented as an episode‑style documentary. It falls under the broader category of a programme that offers a behind‑the‑scenes look at how everyday objects are made, and it is structured in a way that mirrors a typical episode format. In this instalment the viewer is taken through the manufacturing methods employed for three very different products: the confectionery process that turns sugar into jellied sweets, the industrial steps that shape aluminium into cans, and the artistic techniques used to cast bronze sculptures. Throughout each segment, the camera follows the workflow and highlights the key stages that turn raw material into the finished item. The episode is further enriched by the inclusion of commentary from the people directly involved in each craft. Their explanations give a practical perspective on the challenges and decisions they face on the production line or in the studio. By combining visual observation with first‑hand remarks, the programme provides a clear and accessible insight into the diverse ways these items are created, linking the worlds of food production, metalworking and sculpture in a single, cohesive presentation.