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A shy reclusive lady is convinced by an invisible entity to sing. Subsequently, she finds herself noticed by a sleazy talent agent and her talent being showcased on-stage. She also meets a kind but nervous man who becomes her best friend.

A young girl sets out on a quest that takes her beyond her universe and brings her to face her absent father and the nature of reality.

A spoof of the British style of news broadcasting - including ridiculous stories, patronising vox pops, offensively hard-hitting research and a sports presenter clearly struggling for metaphors.

A surreal, ambient mix of bleak comedy sketches.

Female artists, writers, photographers, designers, and adventurers are settled in Paris between the wars.

V.I. Warshawski is a strong, smart, independent heroine in a male-dominated world. She tracks down corrupt businessmen, and cold-blooded murderers - while trying not to get killed herself.

An intimate look at one of the most overexposed yet under-revealed stars of today as she faces one of her biggest challenges ever while finishing her album, shooting videos, doing press -- and being a mom.

A documentary about the seventh series of Red Dwarf (1988).

Follows mathematician Hannah Fry as she unravels extraordinary human stories behind data sets, exploring ten captivating mysteries and the remarkable people who unearthed them.

Reflections on the final American film by Charles Chaplin.

A BBC Radio adaptation of 'Misery' .

Dramas for English language learners from BBC World Service. Improve your English with retellings of stories classic and new.

On National Achievement Day, the lives of a detective, a shopkeeper, a garage attendant, a barmaid, a dog and two mice interconnect. Their conversation provokes self-reflection, stirring up memories that evoke longings and regrets.

The news podcast from BBC Radio is back. With Justin Webb, Sarah Smith, Marianna Spring and the Zurch.

Filmmaker Emir Kusturica shares his impressions of Charlie Chaplin's The Circus.

In a spin-off from 'Just One Thing - with Michael Mosley' comes a new podcast from the BBC'. We all want to live life to the fullest - feeling and looking our best. But over time, things can start to sag. So what's the best way to stop the clock and keep that youthful glow and energy? Michael Mosley looks at the latest research into how to stay young and in each episode he reveals one simple, scientifically-proven thing you can start doing today to rejuvenate yourself from the inside out.

Artefacts in Britain's museums had purpose and significance before being put on display. Hanna Adan releases the restless spirits within to ask: should they be returned home?

Surprising personal stories from across England, with handpicked treats from BBC Local Radio - each episode a new theme. Becca Bryers is your guide to the colourful characters and emotional experiences which make up a diverse country.

Recorded in a variety of unusual locations, follows Diddy Dick and Dom as they bring their own brand of madness and mayhem to the listening public.

News Review shows you how to use the language from the latest news stories in your everyday English. Published every Tuesday by BBC Learning English.