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675 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratingsBAFTA is a world-leading independent arts charity the UK supporting, developing and promoting the film, games and TV industires. We offer unique access to some of the world’s most inspiring talent, have a listen!
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Gunpowder | TV Q&A
October 20, 2017 16:11 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBStars Kit Harrington and Liv Tyler, writer Ronan Bennett and director J Blakeson discuss how they brought a new side of the gunpowder plot to light with their new BBC three-part series.
Daphne | Film Q&A | BAFTA Scotland
October 20, 2017 12:50 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MB“I’ve made about 8 or 10 short films now, and if you go into them thinking they’re going to be expanded, I think you perhaps do the form a bit of a disservice. For me, short films stand alone; they’re closer to a poem than a short story. They’re hard to get right, and when you do get them right (if you ever do) they’re a joy.” Director Peter Mackie Burns discusses the making of his first Feature Film 'Daphne', which was inspired by one of his early Short Films 'Happy Birthday to Me'. This Q&...
James Gay-Rees | On Producing
October 18, 2017 16:45 - 56 minutes - 51.4 MBThe BAFTA-winning producer of documentaries like Amy and Senna discusses DIY distribution and stranger-than-fiction stories.
Mitzi Cunliffe | BAFTA At 70
October 17, 2017 16:13 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MBResearcher Ann Sumner charts the life and work of American sculptor Mitzi Cunliffe, creator of the iconic BAFTA mask. Ann is joined by Mitzi’s daughter Antonia who shares memories of her extraordinary mother.
Marjorie Prime | Film Q&A
October 16, 2017 16:09 - 28 minutes - 26 MBActress Lois Smith (star of East of Eden and Fatal Attraction) discusses Marjorie Prime's journey from stage to screen.
Annette Bening | A Life In Pictures
October 13, 2017 10:17 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBThe BAFTA-winning actress looks back on her incredible career, discussing working with director Stephen Frears on The Grifters, screenwriter Aaron Sorkin on The American President and actress Elle Fanning on 20th Century Women, and gives advice for aspiring actors from staying grounded to choosing scripts. In partnership with Audi.
Loving Vincent | Film Q&A
October 12, 2017 11:40 - 27 minutes - 63.7 MBThe stars + creators of Loving Vincent, the world's first fully hand-painted feature film, discuss the film's six-year journey.
God's Own Country | Film Q&A
October 03, 2017 10:19 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBDirector Francis Lee and actor Josh O’Connor discuss Yorkshire-set romance 'God’s Own Country', exploring their portrayals of intimacy + the inspiration behind the film
PAX Virtual Reality Panel | Games Q&A
October 03, 2017 09:23 - 53 minutes - 48.8 MBA panel of VR experts, including Seth Luisi, co-founder of Impulse Gear, Against Gravity's Ryan Cousins, Tom Doyle, co-founder of Endeavor One, and Leslie Pirritano from AMD, discuss the challenges of designing for the medium + following through on unique ideas.
Electric Dreams | TV Q&A
October 02, 2017 09:01 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBThe cast + crew of The Commuter, part of Channel 4's Electric Dreams anthology, discuss adapting the work of Philip K. Dick + what makes a good sci-fi show
National Treasure | Masterclass
September 29, 2017 15:34 - 1 hour - 81.6 MBThe creative team behind BAFTA-winning series National Treasure, including director Marc Munden and actor Tim McInnerny, discuss the show's dark subject matter + how to spot a good script.
Goodbye Christopher Robin | Film Q&A
September 29, 2017 09:54 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBThe director of 'Goodbye Christopher Robin' discusses casting, Britishness + how A. A. Milne's story still has resonance today.
Ed Guiney | On Producing
September 26, 2017 15:09 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBEd Guiney, the Oscar-nominated producer of Room + The Lobster, talks making Irish modern classics + breaking into Hollywood.
The Child In Time | TV Q&A
September 25, 2017 09:02 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBThe cast + crew of 'The Child in Time' join us to discuss their adaptation of Ian McEwan's award-winning novel. Benedict Cumberbatch, Kelly Macdonald and director Julian Farino explain what drew them to the project and how they tackled its tough subject matter.
Children + VR | Emerging Possibilities and Challenges
September 19, 2017 16:44 - 1 hour - 73.6 MBExperts in Virtual Reality technology come together to discuss its effect on children + how the industry will move forwards.
Tin Star | TV Q&A
September 18, 2017 16:54 - 54 minutes - 49.7 MBThe cast + crew of the new Tin Star series discuss the inspiration behind the gritty crime drama, and how they came together to create the show.
John Powell | Conversations with Screen Composers
August 17, 2017 15:37 - 50 minutes - 57.9 MBBAFTA-nominated composer John Powell, who created the music for all your fave animated films - including Shrek, Chicken Run, Ice Age, Kung Fu Panda, Happy Feet + How to Train Your Dragon - as well as Mr and Mrs Smith, Hancock and The Bourne Trilogy, takes an in-depth look at the creative process of composition.
Trust Me | TV Q&A | BAFTA Scotland
August 08, 2017 12:02 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBWatch the video here: https://t.co/coa6Ma0Ckj Writer Dan Sefton (Good Karma Hospital, Mr Selfridge), Gaynor Holmes, Executive Producer and BBC Studios Commissioning Executive for Scotland and actor Sharon Small (Born to Kill) joined BAFTA Scotland for an informative Q&A following a preview screening of the first episode of Trust Me, a new drama from BBC Scotland for BBC One. Produced by RED productions, this character-led contemporary and psychological thriller tells the gripping story of a...
Joe Wright looks back on the making of his debut film
July 20, 2017 14:09 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MBDirector Joe Wright discusses the making of his BAFTA-winning debut feature Pride and Prejudice + reflects on how the film has informed his career + directorial style. Catch the film in a cinema near you as a part of the BAFTA Debuts Tour, visit bafta.org to find a screening.
Amma Asante | In Conversation | BAFTA Cymru
July 18, 2017 10:41 - 47 minutes - 48.6 MBWriter/director Amma Asante discusses the making of her BAFTA-winning debut feature A Way of Life in Cardiff, as part of BAFTA's Debut Tour.
Amma Asante looks back on the making of her debut film
July 11, 2017 13:48 - 27 minutes - 24.6 MBWriter/director Amma Asante discusses the making of her BAFTA-winning debut feature A Way of Life + reflects on how the film has informed her career + directorial style. Catch the film in a cinema near you as a part of the BAFTA Debuts Tour, visit bafta.org to find a screening.
Teletubbies | TV Q&A
July 11, 2017 13:00 - 1 hour - 66.8 MBCelebrating the 20th anniversary years of the Teletubbies BAFTA is joined by Billy Macqueen (executive producer, Darrall Macqueen) Kay Benbow (controller, CBeebies), Nick Chee Ping Kellington (actor - Dipsy) + Steven Denure (president and COO, DHX Media) who discuss the commercial and international success of the show, controversy surrounding the initial release + the benefits of embracing YouTube. Moderated by journalist Stuart Heritage, the Guardian
Guru Shorts #3
July 04, 2017 14:05 - 56 minutes - 64.8 MBFilmmakers, online distributors + festival programmers share tips on how to get your short film seen at festivals, cinemas + on online platforms. Tune in and listen to producer Afolabi Kuti (Home), directors James Spinney/Peter Middleton (Notes on Blindness) + more share tips on how to get your short a theatrical release.
Guru Shorts #2
June 27, 2017 09:28 - 59 minutes - 67.5 MBFilmmakers, online distributors + festival programmers share tips on how to get your short film seen at festivals, cinemas + on online platforms. Tune in and listen to the creatives behind online curators Colony, NOWNESS + more.
The Story Behind the Truth with producer/director Arthur Cary | BAFTA Scotland
June 20, 2017 12:39 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBWith investigative and observational documentaries being as popular as ever, we were joined at XpoNorth Festival, Inverness, by producer/director Arthur Cary from Minnow Films; the company behind the acclaimed series THE DETECTIVES and most recently, AMERICAN JUSTICE. Arthur explored the ethical, moral and legal dilemmas faced when working with sensitive subjects and his approach to gaining complex and often very complicated, access. Arthur Cary is an award-winning documentary filmmaker wi...
Guru Shorts #1
June 20, 2017 11:56 - 55 minutes - 63.6 MBFilmmakers, online distributors + festival programmers share tips on how to get your short film seen at festivals, cinemas + on online platforms. Tune in and listen to programmers + producers from Sundance Film Festival, Underwire Festival, London Short Film Festival + more.
Masterclass Notes On Blindness | Guru Live 2017
June 19, 2017 16:01 - 47 minutes - 64 MBWriters/directors Peter Middleton + James Spinney share a detailed account of the making of their BAFTA-nominated documentary-drama Notes on Blindness based on the life of the late writer + theologian John Hull.
Tom Vaughan on Directing | Career Close-Up | BAFTA Scotland
June 19, 2017 12:31 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBWant an insight into what it's like to direct top TV dramas from Doctor Foster to Victoria and Hollywood films such as What Happens in Vegas? Listen to our Career Close-Up with Tom Vaughan for an insight into multi and single camera shooting, remaining faithful to the original concept and tips on forging a career as a director.
In Conversation with Peaky Blinders & Sherlock director Colm McCarthy | BAFTA Scotland
June 16, 2017 12:21 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MBEdinburgh-born director Colm McCarthy joined BAFTA members and Glasgow Film Festival Industry Focus delegates for an In Conversation event in which he discussed his career progression, offered industry tips and tricks and talked through his experience working on high-end television dramas including Peaky Blinders, Sherlock, Ripper Street, Doctor Who and Murphy's Law.
Trisha Biggar on Costume Design | Career Close-Up | BAFTA Scotland
June 15, 2017 12:30 - 1 hour - 58.5 MBWe were joined by Trisha Biggar, fresh from Hollywood production The Wife (starring Glen Close and Jonathan Pryce), who discussed the process of costume design and wardrobe supervision. Trisha talked through her career highlights and creations for several films including her collaboration with George Lucas on the Star Wars franchise and high profile television dramas such as the forthcoming US show Emerald City and Da Vinci’s Demons.
Games Highlights | Guru Live 2017
June 13, 2017 10:47 - 37 minutes - 43 MBGames creatives share their expert advice + tips on everything from interactive storytelling, VR, to making it in the games industry. So tune in and listen to the creatives behind Tomb Raider, Alien: Resurrection, Grand Theft Auto + more.
Masterclass The Replacement | Guru Live Glasgow 2017
June 12, 2017 15:28 - 1 hour - 62 MBWant to take the small screen by storm? Get the lowdown from the industry experts behind hit BBC One drama The Replacement featuring writer/director Joe Ahearne + producer Nicole Cauverien. Hosted by Shereen Nanjiani.
The Loch | TV Q&A | BAFTA Scotland
June 12, 2017 14:37 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBBAFTA Scotland was joined by writer Stephen Brady, ITV Studios Creative Director for Drama and Executive Producer Tim Haines, producer Willy Wands and Actor Laura Fraser after an exclusive preview screening of The Loch, in partnership with STV. Within a tightly knit community, several local characters will come under suspicion as the monster lurking in their midst begins to terrify and rock the village to its core. Forensic profiler, Blake Albrighton, will assist on the case offering insight...
Digital Creativity Humans | Guru Live 2017
June 07, 2017 12:05 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MBChristos Savvides (Senior Digital Producer, Channel 4), Laura Ward (Deputy Head of Marketing, Channel 4) + Arthur Tindsley (Creative Technologist, AOL) discuss Channel 4’s innovative, tech-savvy advertising campaign for the second series of Humans, the channel's biggest drama hit in 20 years.
The Ladder TV | Guru Live Glasgow 2017
June 07, 2017 11:05 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBNot sure how to get to that next rung? Our panel will give you the leg up. Featuring comedian/writer/actor Susan Calma (The Boss, Very British Problems, Rab C Nesbitt), director of Sky Arts Phil Edgar-Jones (Portrait Artist of the Year, Talks Music, Big Brother), actor Sharon Rooney (My Mad Fat Diary, Two Doors Down) + Creative Directors of Studio Something Ian Greenhill & Jordan Laird. Hosted by Muriel Gray.
Masterclass Still Game | Guru Live Glasgow 2017
June 07, 2017 10:58 - 1 hour - 87.5 MBLearn how to keep the laughs coming from the team behind this iconic Scottish sitcom. Featuring panelists; Michael Hines(Director), Ford Kiernan (Co-creator), Gavin Mitchell (actor - Boabby), Jane McCarry (actor - Isa), Mark Cox (actor - Tam), Sanjeev Kohli (actor - Navid) + Paul Riley (actor - Winston). Hosted by Paul English.
Directing VR | Guru Live 2017
June 06, 2017 17:27 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBGet hot tips on designing and directing virtual reality from the developers doing it. Featuring panellists, Katie Goode & John Campbell (Triangular Pixels - Unseen Diplomacy), Liz Mercuri (Unity), Tanya Laird (Founder & CEO, Digital Jam, Creator of the VR Writers Room), Greg Furber (VR Director at Rewind - Ghost in the Shell VR)+ chair Julia Hardy (journalist & broadcaster)
How To Freelance | Guru Live 2017
June 06, 2017 17:22 - 57 minutes - 52.9 MBSara Putt (Sara Putt Associates) shares tips on repping yourself successfully, making your CV shine + getting the most from networking events.
TV Highlights | Guru Live 2017
June 06, 2017 14:00 - 41 minutes - 47.9 MBTV writers, directors + commissioners share their expert advice + tips on how to make it in the TV industry. So tune in and listen to writer Vinay Patel (Murdered by my Father), Daniell Morrisey (head of talent, BBC), Helen Veale (creative director, Outline Productions) + more.
Daniel Pemberton | Conversations with Screen Composers
June 05, 2017 17:01 - 58 minutes - 26.6 MBWell known for embracing a range of musical mediums – from electronic to orchestral – throughout his work across film, TV + games, composer Daniel Pemberton shares insight on his craft + discusses his diverse slate of scores for film + TV including King Arthur: Legend of the Sword, Steve Jobs, The Man From U.N.C.L.E. + Peep Show. Part of a series conversations with world-class composers, presented by BAFTA and the Royal Albert Hall, in association with PRS for Music. More in the series: htt...
John Cobban on Sound Design | Career Close-Up | BAFTA Scotland
June 02, 2017 14:53 - 43 minutes - 99.5 MBSolid sound design is instrumental to a film or television programme’s success. A sound designer takes advantage of the huge variety of noises we hear in our everyday lives, thinking of experimental ways to create an audio environment that supports on-screen action and engages audiences. Multi award winning sound designer and dubbing mixer John Cobban joined a small group of students and career starters to discuss his craft and career highlights spanning 25 years of crafting sound for numero...
Making a Debut Feature | Guru Live Glasgow 2017
June 02, 2017 14:13 - 1 hour - 72.7 MBSo it's your first time? Don't worry! Get tips from filmmakers who have been in your shoes. Featuring producer Iain Smith (Mad Max: Fury Road, Children of Men, Local Hero), writer/director John MacLean (Slow West, Pitch Black Heist), producer Angus Lamont (’71, The Girl with all the Gifts), director Lou McLoughlan, (16 Years till Summer, Caring for Calum). Hosted by Carolynne Sinclair Kidd
Producing a Debut | Guru Live 2017
June 02, 2017 13:56 - 1 hour - 64.9 MBBAFTA-nominated producers Camille Gatin (The Girl with All the Gifts), Tristan Goligher (The Bureau, 45 Years), George Amponsah + Dionne Walker (The Hard Stop) share how they survived their first project + dish out tips on finding collaborators, securing distribution deals + convincing financiers to trust first-time filmmakers.
Directing Your First Hour | Guru Live 2017
June 02, 2017 13:56 - 1 hour - 55.6 MBDirectors Marcus Plowright (Muslim Drag Queens, American High School), David Nath (The Murder Detectives, Bedlam & The Watchman), Pamela Gordon (Dementiaville, Dara and Ed's Road to Mandalay) + Hamish Hamilton (Olympic Opening Ceremony, Super Bowl) discuss how they transitioned from other fields/roles + kicked-off their directorial careers.
Producing Games | Guru Live 2017
June 02, 2017 13:56 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MBGames Producers Sophie Rossetti (Bossa Studios), Des Gayle (Altered Gene), Adrienne Law (ustwo) + Jon Rennie (TV and game producer) talk through the roles + responsibilities for games producers.
Getting Commissioned | Guru Live 2017
June 02, 2017 13:55 - 1 hour - 55 MBLearn how to get commissioned from the execs that make the decisions: a discussion on commissioning featuring Claudia Lewis (Development Executive, BBC Studios), Shaun Parry (Creative Director, Entertainment, Electric Ray), Dom Bird (Head of Formats, Channel 4) + Emma Westcott (Commissioning Editor, Factual Channel 5).
Telling Stories TV | Guru Live 2017
June 02, 2017 13:51 - 1 hour - 68.7 MBTeresa Watkins (Creator & Executive Producer, The Secret Life of 4, 5 and 6 Year Olds), David Clew (Creative Director, Twofour - Educating Essex/Yorkshire), Emma Loach (Commissioning Editor, Documentaries, BBC) + Phillip Wood (Director/Producer/Camera, Chasing Dad) discuss tips + tricks on how to develop stories in documentary form.
Telling Stories Film | Guru Live 2017
June 02, 2017 13:51 - 1 hour - 75.7 MBAlice Lowe (writer/director/actor, Prevenge), Alice Birch (writer, Lady Macbeth), Will Sharpe (writer/director, Flowers + Black Pond) dish out advice on how to get from the page to the big screen.
Telling Stories Games | Guru Live 2017
June 02, 2017 13:51 - 1 hour - 64 MBWilliam Pugh (Crows Crows Crows), Dan Abnett (comics and games writer), Rhianna Pratchett (Games Writer) + Joseph Humfrey (co-founder Inkle) discuss opportunities + challenges in developing stories in games.
The Ladder TV | Guru Live 2017
June 02, 2017 13:50 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBVinay Patel (Writer - Murdered by My Father), Helen Veale (co-founder/creative director, Outline), Cate Hall (Executive Producer, Wall to Wall - The Apprentice, The Victorian Slum, Victorian Bakers) + Stephanie Chlond (Junior Doctors, The Secret Millionaire) dish out advice on how to get to that next rung on the professional TV ladder.