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Celebrity photographer Albert Watson

With Kirsty Lang, including an interview with photographer Albert Watson, whose subjects range from film stars to the Royal family; and why is rap taking over the British Library?

Scottish photographer Albert Watson has shot more than 200 Vogue covers and more than 40 covers of Rolling Stone magazine since the 1970s. As he publishes a substantial new book, UFO, he discusses some of the most famous images from his 40-year career, including Alfred Hitchcock and the goose, and his encounters with presidents, rock stars, the world's top models, and why he told Jack Nicholson to go outside and wait in the snow.

MOBO award winning artist Akala and comedian and rapper Doc Brown explain why they are appearing at the British Library, as part of a series of events which explore the impact of rap and hip hop on the English language.

The film Slackistan is set in Islamabad and it sheds an unusual light on Pakistan, depicting a group of rich, westernised young people hanging around trying to find something to do while outside their world, the shadow of the Taliban lengthens. Adil Ray reviews.

As Toy Story 3 arrives on DVD, Nicholas Glass celebrates its villain - the purple bear Lotso.

Producer Philippa Ritchie.

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30 minutes

Chapters

  • ALBERT WATSON - PART ONE

    Celebrity photographer Albert Watson discusses some of the most famous images from his 40-year career and his encounters with presidents, rock and film stars.

    Duration: 04:19

  • HIP HOP AT THE BRITISH LIBRARY

    Rapper Akala and comedian Doc Brown explore the impact of rap and hip hop on the English language.

    Duration: 07:24

  • SLACKISTAN

    The film Slackistan sheds an unusual light on Pakistan, depicting a group of rich, westernised young people. Adil Ray reviews.

    Duration: 05:34

  • COLUMN: TOY STORY 3

    As Toy Story 3 arrives on DVD, Nicholas Glass celebrates its villain - the purple bear Lotso.

    Duration: 04:03

  • ALBERT WATSON - PART TWO

    Celebrity photographer Albert Watson discussing his encounters with presidents, rock and film stars.

    Duration: 07:51

Broadcast

  • Thu 25 Nov 2010 19:15

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