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World Service,21 Jun 2025,49 mins

Dept. Q writer director Scott Frank

The Arts Hour

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Nikki Bedi talks to Hollywood writer and director Scott Frank about his new detective series and is joined by cultural critic Larushka Ivan-Zadeh. They hear from and discuss: US singer Miley Cyrus who talks about following in the footsteps of her godmother, Dolly Parton. British actor Carey Mulligan reveals her first love – singing. Nigerian British writer Ben Okri discusses the landmark French novel that shaped him. New Zealand comedian and actor Rhys Darby shares his journey from soldier to screen star. And there’s music from the Colombian trio, Los Pirañas. Main image: Scott Frank Photo credit: Netflix Studios

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