Discovering Film, Discovering: Hugh Grant
Season 15, Episode 13
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The story of the life and career of an Academy Award-winning star of the silver screen and television, known for his roles in Ocean's Eleven and more.
Discovering: Matthew McConaugheyThe story of an Academy Award-winning star whose career progressed from romantic comedies to instant classics like Dallas Buyers Club and Interstellar.
Discovering: Nicole KidmanThe story of one of Hollywood's top Australian imports; an actress known for her roles in Moulin Rouge!, The Others and more across screen and television.
Discovering: Christian BaleThe man behind a plethora of iconic characters; from Batman to Patrick Bateman, explore the life and career of one of Hollywood's finest.
Discovering: Brad PittSe7en, Fight Club, Fury, World War Z and Troy; this man is no stranger to the big screen. Get to grips with the life and career of this Academy Award winner.
Discovering: Matt DamonDiscover more about the life and career of one of Hollywood's most recognisable figures; the star of Good Will Hunting, The Martian and the Bourne franchise.
Discovering: Frances McDormandLearn about the life and career of an Academy Award-winning actress famed for her performances in Fargo and much, much more.
Discovering: Meg RyanLearn about the life and career of Meg Ryan, an actress famed for her performance in When Harry Met Sally that led to Golden Globe and BAFTA nominations.
Discovering: Angela BassettLearn about the career of the gifted award-winning actress who rose to prominence through her depiction of Tina Turner in What's Love Got to Do with It.
Discovering: Jeff GoldblumLearn about the career of the multi-talented Jurassic Park icon Jeff Goldblum - a man celebrated for his performances in The Fly, Independence Day and more.
Discovering: Forest WhitakerLearn about the life and career an Academy Award-winning actor known for his performances in The Last King of Scotland and more.
Discovering: Sigourney WeaverLearn about the life and career of a Golden Globe-winning actress synonymous for her portrayal of Ellen Ripley in Ridley Scott's sci-fi thriller Alien.
Discovering: Hugh GrantLearn about the life and career of one of Britain's best-known faces, famous for performances in Love Actually, Notting Hill and Four Weddings and a Funeral.
Show more- About this episode
- Some of the biggest film stars in history rose to fame during the `golden age' of Hollywood, in the early and mid-20th century. `Discovering Film' profiles some of these stars who became iconic face and household names during this era. Marlene Dietrich, Grace Kelly, Ginger Rogers, Fred Astaire, Humphrey Bogart and Henry Fonda are among the stars and starlets featured in the hour-long episodes, which take a detailed look at their lives and careers. The programme explains how the stars of the screen rose to fame and lasted long enough at the top to create a legacy that still endures decades later.
- CrewLyndy Saville (Director)
- GenreFactual, Arts
- Seasons9
- StudioSky Arts
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