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Ricky Gervais; Megamind; and the William Hill Sports Book of the Year

Mark Lawson talks to writer and comedian Ricky Gervais; plus the winner of the William Hill Sports Book of the Year; and the animated superhero comedy Megamind is reviewed.

With Mark Lawson.

Award-winning writer and comedian Ricky Gervais reflects on success, returning to stand-up, the art of being funny, and why he's not afraid to tackle controversial subjects in his work.

Mark reports from the William Hill Sports Book of the Year Award, with judge John Inverdale discussing the contenders, and an interview with the winning writer.

The animated superhero comedy Megamind features the voices of Will Ferrell, Brad Pitt and Tina Fey. Critic Larushka Ivan-Zadeh reviews.

Producer Ella-mai Robey.

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30 minutes

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Tue 30 Nov 2010 19:15
91热爆 Radio 4

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  • William Hill Sports Book of the Year

    • William Hill Sports Book of the Year

      Mark reports from the William Hill Sports Book of the Year Award, with judge John Inverdale discussing the contenders, and an interview with the winning writer.

      Duration: 12:48

  • Megamind

    • Megamind

      A review of the film Megamind by Larushka Ivan-Zadeh.

      Duration: 03:36

  • Ricky Gervais

    • Ricky Gervais

      Award-winning writer and comedian Ricky Gervais reflects on success, returning to stand-up, the art of being funny, and why he's not afraid to tackle controversial subjects in his work.

      Duration: 11:24

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