In 1998, the BBC broadcast a documentary series titled “Living with the Enemy”. Each programme featured people with strongly held opinions who spend time with others of opposing views. I watched the series when first released, including this episode where two homophobic rugby players from Yorkshire stay for 5 days with a gay couple in London. Despite a few early positives, by no means can the experiment be classed as a successful cross-cultural exchange. Perhaps the outcome would have been better had the two pairs of men shared some common interests, whether sporting, social, family or work-related. I would very much like to see a “where are they now” follow up. Whether you are gay or homophobic, this programme makes for uncomfortable viewing: Hugh B
