Steven Spielberg is undoubtedly one of the world’s most successful, wealthy and admired filmmakers. His films have defined the past four decades – and have included record-breaking successes such as E.T., Jaws and Jurassic Park. Spielberg also manages to combine box office success with critical acclaim, with films like Close Encounters of the Third Kind,…

This series features interviews with Britain’s most distinguished actors and directors. From two time Oscar winner Glenda Jackson Hollywood vilian Christopher Lee this series don’t miss this Australian television premiere series on STUDIO. Sunday 22 July 8.30pm  Glenda Jackson Two-time Oscar winner Glenda Jackson recalls her starring roles in the 1970s most iconic films. Sunday…

This July, STUDIO takes you into the world of contemporary opera featuring the Australian television premieres of Alban Berg’s Lulu and french opera Billy Budd. Julian Temple’s Eternity Man – Tuesday 3 July 9.30pm Punk filmmaker Julian Temple turns his hand to opera with this original operatic film about graffiti artist and recovering alcoholic Arthur…

Take a lively new look at the world of literature with STUDIO’s new series For The Love of Books. Join three very different (and very opinionated) book lovers for a weekly book club where the new releases and acclaimed classics are discussed and debated. For the Love of Books hosts Cheryl Akle, Michael Campbell and…

For the Love of Books hosts Cheryl Akle, Michael Campbell and Lachlan Jobbins discussed Floundering by Romy Ash, Salvage the Bones by Jesmyn Ward and In my Skin: A Memoir by Kate Holden. Floundering – Romy Ash Tom and Jordy have been living with their gran since the day their mother, Loretta, left them on…

Remember the first things you loved as a child? Whether it was singing or playing an instrument, this fascinating premiere program reintroduces UK celebrities to their early passions. First Love helps them re-learn their skills with the promise of a special public performance. The hilarious and often moving series features celebrities such as comedian Lenny…

For the Love of Books  hosts Cheryl Akle, Michael Campbell and Lachlan Jobbins discussed The Marriage Plot by Jeffrey Eugenides, Silent Valley by Malla Nunn and Sebastian Barry’s On Canaan’s Side. All books reviewed on this episode of For the Love of Books will be featured at the Sydney Writers Festival this year. The Marriage…

Garo is the New York fashion icon and couture designer determined to make his client’s sartorial dreams come true. Working with celebrities such as Madonna and NYC’s most colourful characters – from brides seeking the perfect gown to drag queens coveting outrageous costumes – Garo Sparo’s specialty is making any inner desire a fashion reality….

If you missed last night’s episode of For the Love of Books, hosts Cheryl Akle, Michael Campbell and Lachlan Jobbins discussed Skagboys by Irvine Welsh, The Mountain by Drusilla Modjeska and Katherine Boo’s Behind the Beautiful Forevers . Skagboys – Irvine Welsh Skagboys charts the journey from likely lads to young men addicted to the heroin…