Tahar Rahim is in the house!

We sat down this one-of-a-kind actor to talk sneaking into the cinema without a ticket, his stunning breakout performance in A Prophet, and his love of Ken Loach films.

Tahar is currently starring in Prisoner, now available on Sky

Listen to the Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts and watch the filmed version on the BIFA Youtube channel.

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ABOUT THE BIFA PODCAST

Each week hosts Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter chat to a new guest from the world of independent film about their journey into the industry, their most inspiring cinema going experiences, and what makes independent cinema so special.

ABOUT BIFA

The British Independent Film Awards celebrate, promote and support the best of British independent filmmaking. Since 1998, BIFA has discovered and championed bold, original stories and the talent behind them – from Florence Pugh and John Boyega to Steve McQueen and Lynne Ramsay. BIFA’s annual awards spotlight the year’s most outstanding films and filmmakers, and their work year-round connects diverse stories to diverse audiences, with a focus on young film lovers. BIFA is at the heart of the British film industry, and they respond to its changing needs, from EDI training to promoting fair practice, building towards a sustainable, inclusive future for British independent film. Find out more at www.bifa.film

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CREDITS

Hosted by Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter

Produced by the BIFA Team

Filmed at Bleat Post Production

Music: “Make It Happen”

Performed by Laura Welsh

Written by Jimmy James and Laura Welsh

Licensed courtesy of Nothing Standard/Screenwrk

Published by Universal Music Publishing Ltd

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Susan Wokoma is in the house!

Writer, director, comedian, actor, theatre star and taskmaster… Susan Wokoma’s doing the most and we just love to see it.

We sat down with Susan to talk about her journey into film, knowing your worth within an challenging industry, and Susan’s passion for bringing black girlhood onto our screens.

Also discussed: CBBC’s ‘Serious Jungle’, why there’s not been another Chewing Gum, and why Cracker will always be the best TV show in the game.

Listen to the Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts and watch the filmed version on the BIFA Youtube channel.

Catch Susan in Enola Holmes 3, now streaming on Netflix.

FOLLOW BIFA ON SOCIAL

Instagram - @BIFA_film

TikTok - @BIFA_film

X - @BIFA_film

ABOUT THE BIFA PODCAST

Each week hosts Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter chat to a new guest from the world of independent film about their journey into the industry, their most inspiring cinema going experiences, and what makes independent cinema so special.

ABOUT BIFA

The British Independent Film Awards celebrate, promote and support the best of British independent filmmaking. Since 1998, BIFA has discovered and championed bold, original stories and the talent behind them – from Florence Pugh and John Boyega to Steve McQueen and Lynne Ramsay. BIFA’s annual awards spotlight the year’s most outstanding films and filmmakers, and their work year-round connects diverse stories to diverse audiences, with a focus on young film lovers. BIFA is at the heart of the British film industry, and they respond to its changing needs, from EDI training to promoting fair practice, building towards a sustainable, inclusive future for British independent film. Find out more at www.bifa.film

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CREDITS

Hosted by Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter

Produced by the BIFA Team

Audio Engineer: Itzel Gonzalez Estrada

Recorded at Bleat Post Production

Music: “Make It Happen”

Performed by Laura Welsh

Written by Jimmy James and Laura Welsh

Licensed courtesy of Nothing Standard/Screenwrk

Published by Universal Music Publishing Ltd

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Master of Spin, Doctor of Who and winner of an Oscar… the one and only Peter Capaldi is the first guest on the all new season of The BIFA Podcast supported by Kia!

We sat down with Peter to chat through his amazing career, from animating opening titles to directing dog food commercials, his childhood love of Doctor Who, and how a terrible audition helped him land his iconic role in The Thick Of It.

Also featured: Peter’s pitch for Malcolm Tucker’s retirement plan (a Scottish hiking podcast of course)

Catch Peter Capaldi starring in Season 2 of Criminal Record, available now on Apple TV.

Head to the link in our bio to watch the full episode now!

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Listen to the Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts and watch the filmed version on the BIFA Youtube channel.

FOLLOW BIFA ON SOCIAL

Instagram - @BIFA_film TikTok - @BIFA_film X - @BIFA_film

ABOUT THE BIFA PODCAST

Each week hosts Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter chat to a new guest from the world of independent film about their journey into the industry, their most inspiring cinema going experiences, and what makes independent cinema so special.

ABOUT BIFA

The British Independent Film Awards celebrate, promote and support the best of British independent filmmaking. Since 1998, BIFA has discovered and championed bold, original stories and the talent behind them – from Florence Pugh and John Boyega to Steve McQueen and Lynne Ramsay. BIFA’s annual awards spotlight the year’s most outstanding films and filmmakers, and their work year-round connects diverse stories to diverse audiences, with a focus on young film lovers. BIFA is at the heart of the British film industry, and they respond to its changing needs, from EDI training to promoting fair practice, building towards a sustainable, inclusive future for British independent film. Find out more at www.bifa.film

CREDITS

Hosted by Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter

Produced by the BIFA Team

Recorded at Bleat Post Production

Music: “Make It Happen” Performed by Laura Welsh Written by Jimmy James and Laura Welsh Licensed courtesy of Nothing Standard/Screenwrk Published by Universal Music Publishing Ltd

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.