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02/02/2009

Arts news and reviews with Mark Lawson. American actress Glenn Close discusses her career with Mark and reflects on the appeal of playing fearsome women.

Presented by Mark Lawson.

American actress Glenn Close discusses her career with Mark and reflects on the appeal of playing fearsome women.

AN Wilson and Antonia Quirke review two film releases. The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, starring Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchett, tells the story of a man who ages backwards. Doubt, with Meryl Streep and Philip Seymour Hoffman, explores the themes of religion and morality when a priest is accused of abusing a student.

The fourth Tate Triennial, Altermodern, presents new contemporary art in Britain, from photography, film and video to large installations. Its curator, Nicholas Bourriaud, explains the term which gives the exhibition its title, and critic Rachel Campbell-Johnston offers her verdict on the work.

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