Great Noises That Fill the Air

The queer alphabet - from AC/DC to Zipper.

An early classic of Black British cinema about the intriguing social dynamics that arise as a ten shilling note is passed around the black community.

Sally Potter's lively dance film about spies and government intrigue.

A young angel scours London for her wings in this tender short by the young Ken Russell.

A Yorkshire teenager begins to see and hear strange things in this unsettling slice of 60s sci-fi.

The supreme intent and personal biography of a Black Panther contrasts with the alienating propaganda of late-night television.

Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy's adapter reveals his quest for "the poem of the book" and the importance of simplicity: 'Drain the pond to find the fish'.

Composer of The Lives of Others, The English Patient and Betty Blue on intimacy and experimentation.

Lincoln, Braveheart and Magnolia make-up artist Lois Burwell explains how she created some of her most iconic looks, as part of a BAFTA Masterclass.

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

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

L.A. Confidential's screenwriter explains why he thinks writer's block is a myth, and reveals Clint Eastwood's unique powers of persuasion.