Front Row

Hugh Grant talks about his new psychological thriller Heretic, where he plays a man who lures two young female missionaries into his home for an intense debate about belief and faith that takes increasingly sinister turns.The Government has pledged to build 1.5 million new homes by 2029 - but what will they look like? Winner of the Royal Institute of British Architects' 2024 Neave Brown Award for Housing, architect Jessam Al-Jawad and the Observer's architecture critic Rowan Moore discuss the future look of our towns and cities and how Europe could provide inspiration for social housing. The Booker Prize will be awarded next month and Yael van der Wouden has been shortlisted for her first novel, The Safekeep. It examines the silent histories and repression of 1960s Dutch society through the prism of two very different women and the contested house they occupy. Presenter: Samira Ahmed Producer: Paula McGrath

Steve McQueen talks about his new film Blitz, starring Saoirse Ronan and set in London during the Second World War. Michelangelo, Leonardo, Raphael are among the artists on show in the UK's largest exhibition of drawings from the Italian Renaissance, at the King's Gallery, Buckingham Palace. Samira is joined by the curator Martin Clayton and Renaissance historian Maya Corry. Booker shortlisted author Rachel Kushner on her novel Creation Lake, about an American spy-for-hire. Presenter: Samira Ahmed Producer: Timothy Prosser

Critic and film producer Jason Solomons and BBC New New Generation Thinker Jade Cuttle join Tom Sutcliffe to review Emilia Pérez. The musical thriller follows a drug cartel leader who wants to fake their death and change gender.They also review Dahomey, an award winning documentary which follows 26 plundered artefacts as they are returned to their African home of Benin.Tim Burton talks about turning his life's work into an exhibition at the Design Museum, which includes childhood drawings, set designs and costumes from films such as Beetlejuice, Batman Returns and Corpse Bride.Presenter: Tom Sutcliffe Producer: Claire Bartleet

Musician and novelist Malachy Tallack talks about his new novel That Beautiful Atlantic Waltz, and performs live from the accompanying album. To mark 20 years since Edinburgh became the world's first Unesco City of Literature, we hear about the growth of this international network which celebrates reading, writers and storytelling. Plus a visit to a new exhibition of magnificent textile art drawn from National Trust of Scotland properties, which showcases this intricate artform and represents the impact of King George III and international trade on interior fashions.And film critic Hannah McGill discusses the career of filmmaker Mike Leigh's long-time collaborator, the celebrated cinematographer Dick Pope, who died this week. Presenter: Kirsty Wark Producer: Mark Crossan

William Kentridge is one of the major figures in the contemporary art world with an award-winning body of work that includes drawings, films, theatre and opera productions. His latest creation -Self Portrait As A Coffee Pot - is a nine part televisual work of art which, filed with images, music, dancers, and actors, explores the joy and power of making art.Robert Laycock, CEO of Marlow Film Studios and Isabel Davis, Executive Director of Screen Scotland discuss the challenges of expanding the studio capacity in the UK for the British film industry.Jacob Fortune-Lloyd on playing Brian Epstein in new film, Midas Man, which looks at the life and career of the man who turned The Beatles from a scruffy band in Liverpool into international superstarsPresenter: Nick Ahad Producer: Ekene Akalawu

The acclaimed Spanish auteur Pedro Almodovor talks about this new film The Room Next Door, which won the top prize at the Venice Film Festival the Golden Lion and stars Tilda Swinton as a woman dying of cancer who enlists her friend Julianne Moore to help her end her life at a time of her choosing.The Bloomsbury Group of writers and thinkers that included the likes of Virginia Woolf, Clive Bell and John Maynard Keynes has enduring appeal, so as a new exhibition at the MK Gallery in Milton Keynes opens to explore the life and legacy of Vanessa Bell, Virginia's sister, her granddaughter the writer Virginia Nicholson and the show's curator Anthony Spira talk about what made this circle of lovers and friends so unique.Playwright Richard Bean had a smash in the West End with his smash hit farce One Man, Two Guvnors, starring James Corden. Now he talks about his new play Reykjavik which is now on at the Hampstead Theatre and explores the British fishing trawler industry, which like coal, was once a mass employer of men and had a terrible safety record. Presenter: Samira Ahmed Producer: Ruth Watts

Mel Giedroyc and Sarah Crompton join Samira to review The Franchise, the new comedy series from Armando Iannucci offering a behind the scenes look at the filming of a superhero film franchise.They also review Tim Winton’s epic new novel Juice, set in the future of a climate change ravaged Australia. And Francois Ozon's new comedy film The Crime is Mine, which sees an actress charged with murder finding the courtroom the perfect place to launch her career starring Isabelle Huppert. Presenter: Samira Ahmed Producer: Corinna Jones

Rupert Everett, a celebrated actor and author, discusses his new short story collection, sharing insights on the challenges of navigating Hollywood's complexities. Carla J. Easton, musician and co-director of a documentary on Scotland's girl bands, highlights the empowering dynamics these bands bring to an often male-dominated industry. Everlyn Nicodemus, an acclaimed artist, articulates her belief that 'art is resurrection,' reflecting on her impactful retrospective at the National Galleries of Scotland.

Jodie Whittaker, known for her role as the Doctor in Doctor Who, discusses returning to the stage in a fresh take on The Duchess of Malfi, highlighting themes of power and autonomy. Curator Simon Wright and food expert Akemi Yokoyama delve into the artistry of Japan's hyper-realistic food replicas, showcasing their cultural significance. Baroness Ludford shares insights into the challenges of booking single theatre tickets. Canadian author Anne Michaels reflects on her Booker Prize-nominated novel, Held, weaving tales of love, grief, and the supernatural across generations.

Percival Everett, a Booker-shortlisted novelist, discusses his retelling of 'Huckleberry Finn' from Jim's perspective, shedding light on overlooked narratives. Laurie Belgrave and Matt Cain reminisce about Bronski Beat's 'Age of Consent,' exploring its legacy in LGBTQ+ culture and the upcoming concert celebrating this iconic album. Jessica Andrews and Matthew Dunster delve into the artistry of horror on stage, revealing the challenges of adapting 'Saint Maud' and the evolution of audience experiences in post-pandemic theater. A rich tapestry of stories and insights awaits!