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The Culture Show

2012/2013

Episode 15: Sam Mendes: Licence to Thrill - A Culture Show Special

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC HDLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland

Mark Kermode talks to director Sam Mendes about his latest film, Skyfall - the 23rd outing of the James Bond series. Featuring contributions from Skyfall stars Daniel Craig, Javier Bardem and Dame Judi Dench, this Culture Show Special also reflects on Mendes' prolific career in both film and theatre. From directing Dench in the West End at just 24 years of age, to sweeping the board at the Oscars with his debut movie American Beauty, Mendes has always done things his way. Celebrated for his visual elegance and ability to coax great performances from his actors, the director reveals why he wanted to take on Bond and what surprises lie in store for Skyfall audiences around the world. Show less

Contributors

Presenter:
Mark Kermode
Participant:
Sam Mendes
Series Editor:
Janet Lee
Series Producer:
Pauline Law
Participant:
Daniel Craig
Participant:
Judi Dench
Participant:
Javier Bardem
Participant:
Roger Deakins
Participant:
Pippa Harris

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