Masterclasses

The director of Amores Perros, 21 Grams and Biutiful offers insight into his work, his approach and his technical excellence.

Recorded in 2014, award-winning director of photography Anthony Dod Mantle gives an overview of his career.

The DreamWorks technology chief presents a masterclass on innovative animation alongside How to Train Your Dragon director Dean DeBlois.

The British cinematographer of The Hurt Locker, Captain Phillips, Hillsborough and Riff Raff reviews the art of the moving image.

Jonathan Romney and a panel of directors defend the unorthodox and original in modern British cinema.

The legendary production design gurus outline their work on Inglourious Basterds, Seven Psychopaths, Rushmore and The Royal Tenenbaums.

Gone Too Far! director Destiny Ekaragha delivers her keynote speech at the 8th BFI Future Film Festival.

Neil selected soundtracks for 127 Hours, Shame, Kick Ass, Control and many more. He discusses the job and its complexities, referencing his own work.

With typical vigour, Ken Loach asserts his love for and support of the British film industry, and explains how you can help defend it.

Lisa Cholodenko talks with pride and passion about her brilliant feature, The Kids Are All Right, and her wider career as editor, writer and director.

When asked for a job title, July claims she's "an artist, not a film maker." Talking about her work, she focuses on her second feature, The Future.

Irma Vep writer/director Assayas moved from film journalism to filmmaking – a fascinating journey told with disarming honesty to Jonathan Romney.

The Scottish actor-director on the roots of his drama, Neds, set in 1970s Glasgow.

Over 30 years and 150 projects, the composer shares, with humour and passion, the intricacies of making film music.