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The Arts Hour

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The best global arts coverage from across the BBC.

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Nikki Bedi is joined by cultural critic Bidisha.

Oscar winning, Swiss Austrian filmmaker Edward Berger and Irish actor Colin Farrell travel to Macau for their new casino thriller. Nikki speaks to Argentinian actor and director Dolores Fonzi, about ... more

Nikki Bedi speaks to Italian screen writer and show runner Leonardo Fasoli about his new true crime TV series The Monster of Florence, which deals with a serial killer in Tuscany, who – over decades - murdered courting couples. The case was never sol... more

Nikki Bedi speaks to Greek director Yorgos Lanthimos about his latest film Bugonia, starring Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons.

We hear from triple Oscar-winning Mexican director Guillermo del Toro about breathing new life into Frankenstein.

Actor and s... more

Nikki Bedi talks to international film-makers taking part in this year's London Film Festival.

American writer-director Kelly Reichardt takes us back to the 1970s with her heist film The Mastermind starring Josh O' Connor.

French Moroccan film-mak... more

Nikki Bedi speaks to Swiss-born Australian direct Simon Stone about super yachts, working with Keira Knightley and the words of advice Guillermo del Toro gave him on new film Woman in Cabin 10.

Also, Taylor Swift on her new album, The Life of a Show... more

Nikki Bedi talks to American-South African actor, writer and now director Embeth Davidtz about her film, Don’t Let’s Go to the Dogs Tonight and is joined by cultural critic Leila Latif.

Oscar winning Hollywood star Leonardo Di Caprio and filmmaker P... more

Nikki Bedi talks to Belgian filmmaker Tim Mielants about his film Steve, starring Cillian Murphy, and is joined by cultural critic, Hanna Flint, to discuss cultural highlights of the week.

Australian actor-producer and Hollywood star Margot Robbie a... more

Nikki Bedi talks to German director Jan-Ole Gerster about his film, Islands and is joined by critic and broadcaster Zing Tsjeng.

Oscar-winning screenwriter Aaron Sorkin discusses adapting To Kill a Mockingbird for the stage.

Chinese author Jung Ch... more

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Recent Guests

Leonardo Fasoli
Italian screenwriter and showrunner, known for his work on 'Gomorrah' and 'Zero Zero Zero'.
Netflix
Episode: Leonardo Fasoli
Yorgos Lanthimos
Visionary Greek filmmaker known for visually sumptuous films that challenge conventions.
Episode: Yorgos Lanthimos
Karen Pittman
Actor known for her roles in The Morning Show and other major TV series.
Apple TV+
Episode: Yorgos Lanthimos
Marina Abramović
Internationally acclaimed performance artist known for her provocative works.
Episode: Yorgos Lanthimos
Guillermo del Toro
Triple Oscar-winning filmmaker known for his dark fairy tale narratives
Episode: Yorgos Lanthimos
Lang Lang
Chinese pianist who has gained international acclaim and performed worldwide.
Episode: Yorgos Lanthimos
Kelly Reichardt
American indie director known for her unique cinematic style and storytelling
Episode: Global film-makers at the London Film Festival
Robin Campillo
French-Moroccan filmmaker, director of 'Enzo' and known for his previous work on the AIDS crisis with BPM.
Episode: Global film-makers at the London Film Festival
Laura Poitras
Oscar-winning American documentary filmmaker, director of 'Cover-Up' focusing on journalism and state power.
Episode: Global film-makers at the London Film Festival

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Nikki Bedi
Host of The Arts Hour.

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Leonardo Fasoli
Q: How did you and your team approach recreating the different decades visually in 'The Monster of Florence'?
We looked at thousands of photographs and documents to capture the atmosphere accurately, recalling memories from our childhoods for authenticity.
Leonardo Fasoli
Q: Leonardo, your series tells the story through the viewpoints of different suspects. How did you land upon this structure?
We were more interested in seeing who were the suspects and why they were suspected, rather than following a traditional detective narrative.
Global film-makers at the London Film Festival
Q: What inspired you to use a child's perspective as the narrative lens for 'Orphan'?
Laszlo Nemes reflects on his own childhood experiences during a totalitarian regime and how those influenced his storytelling.
Global film-makers at the London Film Festival
Q: How do you navigate the balance between critical distance and respect for your subjects?
Laura Poitras discusses the importance of asking hard questions while maintaining trust with her subjects.
Global film-makers at the London Film Festival
Q: Can you share your thoughts on the unique storytelling approach in 'The Mastermind'?
Kelly Reichardt discusses her use of tension-building and character development, portraying JB Mooney more as a shoplifter rather than a conventional thief.

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Focused on the vibrant intersection of arts, culture, and human experience, this series features engaging conversations with a diverse array of prominent figures from film, literature, music, and visual arts. Episodes explore a multitude of themes, including identity, societal challenges, and inventive storytelling, all while emphasizing personal narratives and cultural contexts. Noteworthy guests often share their unique perspectives on contemporary issues within the arts, making the discussions relevant and thought-provoking for aficionados and casual listeners alike. The series stands out for its commitment to showcasing complex portrayals of creativity and the transformative power of art in society.

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2. Yorgos Lanthimos
3. Karen Pittman
4. Marina Abramović
5. Guillermo del Toro
6. Lang Lang
7. Kelly Reichardt
8. Robin Campillo

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