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25/10/2011

American Artist George Condo discusses inventing cartoon-like characters and painting The Queen and Kanye West.

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On today's programme: George Condo, The Rum Diary and HM Naqvi.

Image: George Condo - Mental States Installation view at the Hayward Gallery. Photo: Linda Nylind. Courtesy the artist and Hayward Gallery.

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18 minutes

Last on

Wed 26 Oct 2011 12:32GMT

Chapters

  • George Condo

    The American Artist discusses inventing cartoon-like characters and painting The Queen and Kanye West.

    Duration: 06:55

  • The Rum Diary

    We review the adaptation of Gonzo journalist Hunter S. Thompson's novel, set in 1950s Puerto Rico, starring Johnny Depp.

    Duration: 04:22

  • HM Naqvi

    The award-winning Pakistani writer talks about his debut novel Homeboy, following 3 young Pakistani men living in New York pre 9/11 and how their lives change.

    Duration: 06:11

Broadcasts

  • Tue 25 Oct 2011 21:32GMT
  • Wed 26 Oct 2011 02:32GMT
  • Wed 26 Oct 2011 08:32GMT
  • Wed 26 Oct 2011 12:32GMT