About this programme

In a rare public appearance, celebrated pianist Alfred Brendel reveals his passion for the later films of Spanish director Luis Bunuel. Meanwhile, Greg Dyke goes behind the scenes at HBO, the company behind such popular American dramas as Sex and the City, Curb Your Enthusiasm and The Sopranos. Plus, Mark Kermode reviews the week's new film releases including Woody Allen's comedy Vicky Cristina Barcelona and David Fincher's The Curious Case of Benjamin Button. The documentary Alfred Brendel: Man and Mask follows at 11.20pm. An extended edition of this programme can be seen on Friday at 11.35pm.