About this season
The biggest names from the world of art, film, music, literature and dance. Alan Yentob gets close up with those shaping today's cultural world.
Episodes (5)
1. The Seven Killings of Marlon James
Aired 29 October 2016 • 58 min
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.
2. The Triumphs and Laments of William Kentridge
Aired 22 November 2016 • 63 min
Alan Yentob joins South African artist William Kentridge as he prepares an epic frieze along the banks of the River Tiber in Rome.
3. Serial Killers - The Women Who Write Crime Fiction
Aired 29 November 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.
4. The Art World's Prankster: Maurizio Cattelan
Aired 6 December 2016 • 75 min
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.
5. Listen to Me Marlon
Aired 14 January 2017 • 98 min
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.