Episodes List
Ep.1 The Seven Killings of Marlon James
Air Date: 2016-10-29
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.
Ep.2 The Triumphs and Laments of William Kentridge
Air Date: 2016-11-22
Alan Yentob joins South African artist William Kentridge as he prepares an epic frieze along the banks of the River Tiber in Rome.
Ep.3 Serial Killers - The Women Who Write Crime Fiction
Air Date: 2016-11-29
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.
Ep.4 The Art World's Prankster: Maurizio Cattelan
Air Date: 2016-12-06
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.
Ep.5 Listen to Me Marlon
Air Date: 2017-01-14
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.
