imagine… — Autumn 2016
5 episodesFirst aired 29 October 2016
E1The Seven Killings of Marlon James
Oct 201658m
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.
- E2
The Triumphs and Laments of William Kentridge
Nov 20161h 3m
Alan Yentob joins South African artist William Kentridge as he prepares an epic frieze along the banks of the River Tiber in Rome.
- E3
Serial Killers - The Women Who Write Crime Fiction
Nov 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.
- E4
The Art World's Prankster: Maurizio Cattelan
Dec 20161h 15m
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.
- E5
Listen to Me Marlon
Jan 20171h 38m
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.
