In this episode of The DocArena Podcast, we are grateful to Dublin International Film Festival and Volta Pictures for sharing this masterclass with Kevin Macdonald on directing in conversation with Ross Whitaker.

This masterclass took place on 25th February 2024.

The Oscar-winning director is known for his feature and documentary films, including One Day in September (1999), Touching the Void (2003), the drama The Last King of Scotland (2006), and the Whitney Houston documentary Whitney (2018). His most recent film, High & Low: John Galliano, featured in this year’s DIFF programme and is currently in cinemas following its general release on 8th March 2024.

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The DocArena Podcast S2 Ep03: Kevin Macdonald (High & Low: John Galliano)

The DocArena Podcast S2 Ep04: Kevin Macdonald (High & Low: John Galliano)

There’s probably a rule about talking to a Scottish band on Saint Patrick’s Day.  Nevertheless, we’ll hear from the Red Hot Chili Pipers’ Kevin McDonald as the world’s foremost “bagpipe rock” band prepares for its gig at Madison’s Overture Center.

Red Hot Chili Pipers Bring "Bag Rock" to Overture

Interview With "One To One: John & Yoko" Co-Director Kevin Macdonald

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