The Art of Conversation

A discussion with a panel of expert journalists who specialise in interviewing the stars, filmmakers and creatives behind our favourite films.

Credits

  • Total running time

    60min

Introduction

The humble interview has had a viral makeover, with everything from Hot Ones to Chicken Shop Date transforming chat into shareable, high concept video formats. Where does this leave the interview in the landscape of film journalism today?

A panel of expert conversationalists, from feature journalists to junket veterans, discuss the enduring importance of the interview, and share their tips to break the ice.

Speakers/panellists

  • Claire Rowden, producer and interviewer for MTV Movies
  • Hayley Campbell, journalist, author and broadcaster
  • Rhianna Dhillon, film and TV critic at BBC 6 Music, host of the Penguin podcast

Hosted by Michael Leader, culture writer and curator.

How to book

This event is free and open to those aged 15 and over.

Booking opens on Thursday 2 October at 10am.

Tickets for LFF for Free events are over-allocated to account for no-shows. Tickets do not guarantee entry and work on a first-come, first-served basis. Arrive early to avoid disappointment.

Seating is unallocated unless otherwise stated.

Missed out?

Try your luck at the standby queue 15 minutes before the start time.

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