The Arts Hour - Samantha Morton on her role in The Odyssey
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British actor Samantha Morton on playing Circe in Christopher Nolan’s blockbuster film, The Odyssey.
Nikki Bedi meets US comedy star Jay Jurden to talk about his stand-up show Jay Jurden Takes London.
American screen star Helen Hunt on tackling Chekhov’s play, The Cherry Orchard.
The French director Alain Gomis on deconstructing cinema.
The legendary and double Oscar-winning cinematographer Roger Deakins on working with the Coen brothers.
Nigerian British comedian and actor Ayoade Bamgboye on the UK version of Saturday Night Live.
Plus, we hear from Norwegian composer Ola Gjeilo.
Nikki Bedi is joined by Karen Krizanovich to reflect on this week's cultural highlights.
(Photo: Actor Samantha Morton. Credit: Christopher Polk)
Presenter: Nikki Bedi
Producer: Ciaran Bermingham
Published on Friday, 7th August 2026.
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