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Robin Wright; David Michod; Crisis in the VFX industry

Actress Robin Wright reveals what it is like playing actress Robin Wright in the fantasy satire The Congress. Plus David Michod on The Rover, and a crisis in the VFX industry.

With Francine Stock

Actress Robin Wright reveals which director told her that there would be no need for actors in 20 years time, thanks to digital technology which can scan their every expression.

Director David Michod answers his critics who said there was no plot in his revenge drama The Rover.

With several Oscars for Gravity, 2014 seemed like a good year for the visual effects industry in this country, but in fact, many British companies are facing a crisis, as The Film Programme explains.

We hear from a listener who inadvertently stopped the staff of a cinema enjoying the day off to celebrate a royal wedding.

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28 minutes

The Congress

The Congress
Directed by Ari Folman, is in cinemas from Friday 15 August, certificate 15.

Credits

Role Contributor
Presenter Francine Stock
Interviewed Guest Robin Wright
Interviewed Guest David Michod
Producer Stephen Hughes

Broadcasts

  • Thu 14 Aug 2014 16:00
  • Sun 17 Aug 2014 23:00

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