Talking Movies

Twenty years ago, the movie industry was ruled by white males – both on and off screen. Now, different stories are being told, as Tom Brook reports in this video for Talking Movies.

The appeal of large Asian audiences is rapidly changing the way Hollywood approaches film-making. Emma Jones reports in this video for Talking Movies.

Twenty years ago, a leading actor or actress would guarantee the success of a film. Nowadays, star power has dwindled – but are their days numbered for good?

A Fantastic Woman is the first Oscar-winner starring a transgender actor. Tom Brook talks to the film’s star.

With The Shape of Water, the Academy has again given the top prize to a smaller budget, more 'art house' film. Tom Brook finds out more about what drives this trend.

A new documentary explores the famous shower scene in minute detail. Tom Brook takes a closer look.

This disco-era icon is generous to her many copycats, but she tells them to stand down when it comes to one particular matter. Christian Blauvelt reports.

Loveless paints a grim picture of life in contemporary Russia – but it’s pleased the critics in Cannes. Matthew Anderson takes a look.