imagine… - Autumn 2016

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The Seven Killings of Marlon James

1 - The Seven Killings of Marlon James

Air Date: October 29, 2016

Alan Yentob accompanies novelist Marlon James back to James's home country of Jamaica and finds in his novels a complex portrait of the turbulent history of his native country.

The Triumphs and Laments of William Kentridge

2 - The Triumphs and Laments of William Kentridge

Air Date: November 22, 2016

Alan Yentob joins South African artist William Kentridge as he prepares an epic frieze along the banks of the River Tiber in Rome.

Serial Killers - The Women Who Write Crime Fiction

3 - Serial Killers - The Women Who Write Crime Fiction

Air Date: November 29, 2016

Alan Yentob explores the enthralling world of female crime fiction in the company of some of its best-selling authors, including Patricia Cornwell, Val McDermid and Paula Hawkins.

The Art World's Prankster: Maurizio Cattelan

4 - The Art World's Prankster: Maurizio Cattelan

Air Date: December 6, 2016

Maurizio Cattelan's work has bordered on criminal activity and regularly defies good taste. Maura Axelrod's film builds a compelling and intimate portrait of an enigmatic figure.

Listen to Me Marlon

5 - Listen to Me Marlon

Air Date: January 14, 2017

An emotive and vivid portrayal of a man and actor who was by turns tremendously talented, tenacious and tormented. Featuring Marlon Brando's own audio tapes and home movie footage.