Douglas Booth on The Blame, why audiences still love LOL, and being obsessed with Gladiator

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Douglas has entered the Booth!

This week on The BIFA Podcast, we speak to Douglas Booth about coming up through the independent film, his childhood obsession with the Gladiator, and his current starring role in The Blame alongside Michelle Keegan.

Watch The Blame now on ITVX!

Also discussed: The legacy of The Riot Club, how Loving Vincent was made, and why teenage girls everywhere remain obsessed with LOL.

Listen to the Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts and watch the filmed version on the BIFA Youtube channel.

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ABOUT THE BIFA PODCAST

Each week hosts Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter chat to a new guest from the world of independent film about their journey into the industry, their most inspiring cinema going experiences, and what makes independent cinema so special.

ABOUT BIFA

The British Independent Film Awards celebrate, promote and support the best of British independent filmmaking. Since 1998, BIFA has discovered and championed bold, original stories and the talent behind them – from Florence Pugh and John Boyega to Steve McQueen and Lynne Ramsay. BIFA’s annual awards spotlight the year’s most outstanding films and filmmakers, and their work year-round connects diverse stories to diverse audiences, with a focus on young film lovers. BIFA is at the heart of the British film industry, and they respond to its changing needs, from EDI training to promoting fair practice, building towards a sustainable, inclusive future for British independent film. Find out more at www.bifa.film

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CREDITS

Hosted by Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter

Produced by the BIFA Team

Recorded at Bleat Post Production

Music: “Make It Happen”

Performed by Laura Welsh

Written by Jimmy James and Laura Welsh

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