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Get up close to artists, writers, actors, comedians and poets – and discover both what fires their imaginations and the forces that have shaped their extraordinary lives.
Seasons
Episode 1
Frederick Forsyth
45m
In this intimate, candid and compelling documentary, legendary British thriller writer Frederick Forsyth tells his extraordinary life story in his own words.
Episode 2
Tom Jones
46m
In an intimate and heartfelt interview, Britain’s biggest voice, Sir Tom Jones, reflects on his extraordinary life and stellar career in song.
Episode 3
Val McDermid
43m
‘Queen of Crime’ Val McDermid, creator of Karen Pirie and Wire in the Blood, reveals the real criminals and trauma that made her turn to crime writing.
Episode 4
Cornelia Parker
44m
One of Britain's best loved contemporary artists, Cornelia Parker, reveals herself as a painter for the first time as she works towards a new exhibition.
Episode 5Latest episode
Yinka Shonibare
41m
British-Nigerian artist Yinka Shonibare gives an in-depth interview from his studio in east London, in which he talks candidly about his life and career.
