Angela Gheorghiu; The Reluctant Fundamentalist; Cultural Exchange - Peter Bazalgette
Soprano Angela Gheorghiu, a review of the film adaptation of Mohsin Hamid's novel The Reluctant Fundamentalist, and Peter Bazalgette makes his selection for the Cultural Exchange.
With John Wilson.
Romanian soprano Angela Gheorghiu is one of opera's best-known performers, appearing in the world's most prestigious opera houses and concert halls. She reflects on her controversial reputation and the breakdown of her marriage to tenor Roberto Alagna.
The Reluctant Fundamentalist is the film adaptation of Mohsin Hamid's novel. Directed by Mira Nair and starring Riz Ahmed and Kate Hudson, it's the story of Changez, a young Pakistani man who finds success working in Wall Street. When the 9/11 attacks happen he begins to notice a change in how his adopted society responds to him. Writer and critic Shahidha Bari reviews the film.
In the latest episode of Cultural Exchange, in which creative minds select a favourite art-work, Peter Bazalgette, chairman of Arts Council England, nominates a portrait of Edith Sitwell by the writer and painter Wyndham Lewis.
Producer Jerome Weatherald.
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Peter Bazalgette on Wyndham Lewis's portrait of Edith Sitwell
The Chair of Arts Council England talks to John Wilson
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Angela Gheorghiu
Romanian soprano Angela Gheorghiu discusses her work and her reputation
Duration: 16:15
The Reluctant Fundamentalist
Shahidha Bari reviews the film adaptation of Mohsin Hamid’s bestselling novel
Duration: 05:11
Cultural Exchange - Peter Bazalgette
Peter Bazalgette on his passion for Wyndham Lewis's portrait of Edith Sitwell
Duration: 06:29
The Reluctant Fundamentalist
, the film adaptation of Mohsin Hamid’s bestselling novel, is released in UK cinemas on 10th May, certificate 15.Angela Gheorghiu
on Friday 10th May, as part of the 2013 International Opera Stars Series.Credits
Role Contributor Presenter John Wilson Producer Jerome Weatherald Interviewed Guest Peter Bazalgette Editor John Goudie Interviewed Guest Angela Gheorghiu Broadcast
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