The Secret Millionaire in Rochdale

It's strange how The Secret Millionaire always manages to be moving even though we know a) the millionaires can easily afford to give the money away, and b) their acts of charity help support rather than undo the capitalist system that has made their fortunes and kept the recipients poor. Perhaps it's the idea of being kind to strangers that is interesting to watch, and last night's show was a little different in that the millionaire (Hilary Devey) didn't claim to have an ideal lifestyle despite the wealth. The history of her son's heroin addiction and the last shot of her at home alone in her mansion prove money doesn't buy everything (but if you're reading this can you lend me a fiver?).