This special preview of the BBC’s upcoming documentary series, featuring interviews with top Kremlin officials, lifts the lid on the political manoeuvres that have kept “the strongman of Russia” in power for over a decade. Followed by Q+A with series producer Norma Percy, series director Paul Mitchell and executive producer Brian Lapping, chaired by Allan Little.BOOK NOW 04 January 18:45

As part of our ongoing series of masterclasses at the ICA, acclaimed casting director Des Hamilton will share his knowledge and experience, talking about how he works with the director to understand their needs and then sets out to find the best actor for the role. Hamilton’s casting credits include Melancholia, Four Lions, and Wuthering Heights.BOOK NOW 11 January 18:15

This BBC adaptatation of Sebastian Faulks’ celebrated novel stars Eddie Redmayne and Clemence Poesy as two lovers thrust into a passionate and illicit affair whose course is altered irrevocably with the outbreak of the First World War. Followed by Q+A with writer Abi Morgan, director Philip Martin and actor Clemence Poesy.BOOK NOW 11 January 18:45

Held in both London and Gateshead, this workshop is devoted to helping you understand international sales and distribution. With contributions from the UK’s major sales companies, we’ll help you develop the tools you need to get your film into the marketplace.BOOK NOW 24 January 12:00 (London)
31 January 12:00 (Gateshead)