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John Smith: Hotel Diaries

Project Ended in November 2008

An award-winning experimental filmmaker who is noted for his use of humour in his films, which typically explore the medium of filmmaking itself

Between Heaven and Hell: The Films of Ulrich Seidl

Project Ended in October 2008

In 2008 Watershed celebrated the work of Austrian director, writer, and producer Ulrich Seidl with this microsite.

  Ulrich Seidl: Director's Q&A

Posted on Thu 10 Aug 2017

An intriguing glimpse into the dark and controversial world of Austrian auteur Ulrich Seidl in this unique and rare interview.

  Phill, Bagpuss and Friends

Posted on Thu 10 Aug 2017

Phill Jupitus presents a special event celebrating Oliver Postgate’s canon of stop-motion animations that includes the Clangers and Bagpuss.

  Celluloid Sinatra

Posted on Thu 10 Aug 2017

An overview of Frank Sinatra’s 60-plus years in showbiz by long-time Sinatra aficionado Adrian Wootton.

  Charles Leadbeater

Posted on Thu 10 Aug 2017

Charles Leadbeater, one of Britain's leading creative thinkers, discusses ideas from his book 'We-think' - exploring innovative online participation.

  Mike Leigh

Posted on Thu 10 Aug 2017

This hour long Q&A session gives a fascinating insight into writer and director Mike Leigh’s distinctive approach to filmmaking.

  Anima

Posted on Thu 10 Aug 2017

UK animators Barry Purves and Peter Lord discuss the potential of puppet animation and claymation to express emotion and character.

Kawamoto the Puppet Master

Project Ended in March 2008

A season of screenings celebrating the work of Kihachirō Kawamoto, Japanese puppeteer, animator, and director.

  Pervasive Media Studio Showreel 2008

Posted on Mon 6 Nov 2017

Based in Bristol and managed by Watershed, the studio brings together artists, creative companies, technologists, and academics to generate brilliant ideas and explore art & technology.

  Paul Merton's French Silent Clowns

Posted on Thu 10 Aug 2017

Slapstick 2008 festival host Paul Merton explores the work of great French silent comedy pioneers including Léonce Perret.