Train Station

A pioneering example of filmed news: from Epsom to the screen in record time

A big cat has to perform for its supper in this early actuality film

Take a good look at one of the era's largest warships - the hefty H.M.S. Powerful, back from the Boer War

A view down the High Street featuring the Albert Clock, a shot of Queen's Bridge and the docks

A charming image of children paddling on a pebbly beach on a hot summer's day

A pack of beagles are assembled for a hunt by their trainers and a huntsman

A May Day parade down Cockermouth’s Main Street, filmed by a local draper

Lots of local colour as the town and its tots turn out to put on a show in the spring

A Cumbrian fire brigade demonstrates its readiness

Fancy a dip? Sheep get thrown in at the deep end in this glimpse of late Victorian farming

Travelogue of places in the Lake District associated with William Wordsworth

Earth to earth, ashes to ashes - children from a Cumbrian family organise a dignified end for a small creature.

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

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

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'.

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

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

Jack Nicholson, Boris Karloff, Francis Coppola and making movies in five days – prepare yourself for Corman wisdom.