Poetry: Between the Lines
Akala explores the imaginations of some of our best-loved contemporary poets.
Presented by hip-hop star Akala, Poetry: Between the Lines features contemporary poets including Jackie Kay, Gillian Clarke and Ciaran Carson, in conversation with Akala about some of their best-loved poems. Featured texts include Brendon Gallacher, Cold Knap Lake and Belfast Confetti, exploring themes ranging from childhood imagination, to the power of memory and the Troubles in Northern Ireland. The films will show teenagers how contemporary poetry is something alive in the world around us.
Clips
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Andrew Forster on his poem 'Brothers'
Duration: 05:34
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Imtiaz Dharker on her poem 'The Right Word'
Duration: 05:44
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Jackie Kay on her poem 'Brendan Gallacher'
Duration: 06:12
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Gillian Clarke on her poem 'Cold Knap Lake'
Duration: 06:15
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