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Tuesday 16 March 2010

The best of the world's arts, film, music, literature and music brought to you every day. Presented by Mark Coles.

On today's programme; Ian McEwan (pictured in the Arctic), the Egyptian city of Alexandria and I Love You Phillip Morris.

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28 minutes

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Wed 17 Mar 201013:32GMT
BBC World Service Online

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Chapters

  • Ian McEwan

    The novelist on his book ‘Solar’ which looks at our climate change dilemma.

    Duration: 12:49

  • Alexandria

    How the city hopes to regain its place alongside the great artistic capitals of the world.

    Duration: 07:05

  • I Love You Philip Morris

    Critic Helen O'Hara reviews the film staring Jim Carrey and Ewan McGregor.

    Duration: 06:35

Broadcasts

  • Tue 16 Mar 201022:32GMT
    BBC World Service Online
  • Wed 17 Mar 201003:32GMT
    BBC World Service Online
  • Wed 17 Mar 201009:32GMT
    BBC World Service Online
  • Wed 17 Mar 201013:32GMT
    BBC World Service Online