Getting stuck in the 'Development Hell' of Hollywood | Peter Capaldi on his OSCAR | The BIFA Podcast

What's it really like winning an Oscar? Peter Capaldi shares his experience going from winning an Oscar for directing a short film to his acting work drying up, getting ditched by Miramax and then directing dog food commercials before finding his way back into acting. Check out the full podcast episode live on our channel now. Peter Capaldi is currently starring n Season 2 of Criminal Record, available on Apple TV. — Listen to the Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts and watch the filmed version on the BIFA Youtube channel. FOLLOW BIFA ON SOCIAL Instagram - @BIFA_film TikTok - @BIFA_film X - @BIFA_film ABOUT THE BIFA PODCAST Each week hosts Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter chat to a new guest from the world of independent film about their journey into the industry, their most inspiring cinema going experiences, and what makes independent cinema so special. ABOUT BIFA The British Independent Film Awards celebrate, promote and support the best of British independent filmmaking. Since 1998, BIFA has discovered and championed bold, original stories and the talent behind them – from Florence Pugh and John Boyega to Steve McQueen and Lynne Ramsay. BIFA’s annual awards spotlight the year’s most outstanding films and filmmakers, and their work year-round connects diverse stories to diverse audiences, with a focus on young film lovers. BIFA is at the heart of the British film industry, and they respond to its changing needs, from EDI training to promoting fair practice, building towards a sustainable, inclusive future for British independent film. Find out more at www.bifa.film — CREDITS Hosted by Karis Aldridge and Joy Hunter Produced by the BIFA Team Recorded at Bleat Post Production Music: “Make It Happen” Performed by Laura Welsh Written by Jimmy James and Laura Welsh Licensed courtesy of Nothing Standard/Screenwrk Published by Universal Music Publishing Ltd