As part of the twentieth anniversary celebrations of Talking Movies, acclaimed British actor-director Kenneth Branagh is Tom Brook's guest of honour, in a special edition of the programme in front of an audience in New York. Branagh, who has a background in theatre and television, is a leading figure in British cinema and discusses his latest film All Is True, in which he plays William Shakespeare. He directs this film which also stars British actors Judi Dench and Ian McKellen. In a wide-ranging interview, the actor-director reflects on his enviable career in cinema: he has directed more than 15 feature films and has been nominated for five Academy Awards.

In a special programme, Talking Movies looks back at the 2019 Oscars ceremony. The show will focus on the winners and the night's surprises.