27/07/2011
The best of the world's arts, film, music, literature and music brought to you every day. Presented by Karen Zarindast.
On today's programme: Joe Arroyo, The Light Thief and Literature Festival of the Sea.
Photo of Alvaro Jose Arroyo: AFP/Getty Images
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Joe Arroyo
The Colombian singer and musician has died at the age of 56. Why was he such a legend, musically and in his tempestuous life style?
Duration: 05:23
The Light Thief
大象传媒 World Service's writer in residence, Hamid Ismailov, reviews a new film from Kyrgyzstan, The Light Thief, a powerful allegory about the current economic situation in the country.
Duration: 05:08
Shorelines: Literature Festival of the Sea
From Moby Dick to The Waves, the ocean has long been a source of literary inspiration. Chinese poet Yang Lian and Icelandic writer Sjon are among those who discuss their own fascination with the sea.
Duration: 06:57
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- Wed 27 Jul 2011 21:32GMT大象传媒 World Service Online
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