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The world’s leading thinkers, politicians and cultural figures interviewed by the BBC

Find out what the world’s leading thinkers, politicians and cultural figures really think, as they talk about their lives for thirty minutes on The Interview.

***The Interview is no longer broadcast on-air but you can listen to our archive below.***

A half hour interview with interesting and prominent people from around the world with a great range of interests and opinions. Each week, one person is put under the spotlight by either Owen Bennett-Jones or Carrie Gracie, the two presenters on The Interview.  

They explore topical issues, personal motivation and interviewee's hopes and fears. The style is informal and conversational, but at times searching and combative when required.

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The Interview Archive: Sir Michael Caine, Actor

07/01/2011

Sir Michael Caine, Actor

BBC World Service - The Interview Archive, Sir Michael Caine, Actor

Michael Caine on acting, stardom, wealth and happiness

Michael Caine made it to the top of Hollywood from very humble origins. Now at the age of 73, Sir Michael talks to Owen Bennett Jones about acting, stardom, wealth and happiness.

Michael Caine made it to the top of Hollywood from very humble origins - his father worked in a fish market and his mother was a cleaner. 

He talks to Owen Bennett Jones about acting, stardom, wealth and happiness - and reveals how he has given up the "bling". 

At the age of 73, Sir Michael says he no longer needs to impress people.

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