James McAvoy on his directorial debut, California Schemin'
Summary
Front Row delves into "The Other Bennet Sister," a new BBC drama offering a fresh perspective on Mary Bennet from Pride and Prejudice, with screenwriter Sarah Quintrell. James McAvoy discusses his directorial debut, "California Schemin'," a film based on the true story of Scottish rappers who faked American accents for success. The program also marks the 800th anniversary of St. Francis of Assisi's death, exploring his artistic and spiritual influence, and examines the art market with discussions on major acquisitions and preserving national collections.Episode description
Actor James McAvoy who has starred in everything from Shameless to X Men talks about turning director for his debut feature, California Schemin'. The film, which is billed as being "based on a true lie", tells the story of two young rappers from Dundee who pretended to be American in order to be taken seriously by the record industry - and ended up touring with Eminem in the 2000s.
BBC One's new Sunday evening drama series The Other Bennet Sister tells the story of Pride and Prejudice through the eyes of Mary Bennet, often regarded as less remarkable than her sisters Jane and Elizabeth in Jane Austen's classic novel. Screenwriter Sarah Quintrell speaks about adapting Janice Hadlow's bestselling book which offers a new perspective on the much-loved book and stars Bridgerton's Ella Bruccoleri in the lead role, as well as Ruth Jones as mother Mrs Bennet, with Richard E Grant as Mr Bennet.
And 800 years on from his death, we are joined by art historian Joost Joustra and Franciscan Friar Brother Samuel to consider the cultural legacy of St Francis of Assisi.
Presenter: Kirsty Wark Producer: Mark Crossan