[Kaz]

Well said, LEE.

You have very eloquently put into words exactly how I felt when watching this programme.

I got the distinct impression that Martin Bashir spent the first half of the programme 'buttering up' Michael and gaining his confidence, then coldly and calculatingly tearing him to shreds in the second half. It was VERY uncomfortable to watch.

Michael obviously was never allowed to have a proper childhood and suffered terribly at the hands of his horribly abusive father. How he can say he forgives him now speaks volumes - I certainly don't think I could.

I also agree with you that Michael is now living out his missed childhood by spending as much time as possible with other children - climbing trees, going to the funfair - all the things he never got to do when he was young. To my mind there is absolutely nothing sexual about his actions - he is just crying out for love and companionship.

I do, however, feel a bit uncomfortable where his children are concerned - there really is no way on earth they can be having a normal childhood, being constantly covered in veils and masks and surrounded by bodyguards.

It was a very disturbing programme, but in the main I felt far more pity and sympathy for Michael than anything else.

I was also quite surprised to read that Michael has not yet seen the documentary, as it is not due to be shown in the US until this weekend. I think he's going to feel very disappointed and betrayed down by Martin Bashir's finished product.