On Film: Andrea Arnold Interviewed by Glenn Brown: The Brown Collection, London
Join us for On Film, an exclusive interview where artist Glenn Brown converses with British filmmaker Andrea Arnold, held at The Brown Collection.
Celebrated for her unfiltered and deeply personal approach to filmmaking, Arnold takes centre stage in this in-depth conversation. Her films dissolve the boundaries between gritty social realism and lyrical, sensory storytelling, immersing viewers in the textures of everyday life. Focusing on young people, women, and those on the margins, she brings overlooked landscapes to life, weaving recurring threads of longing, limitation and the untamed beauty of the natural world.
A rare chance to hear Arnold in discussion with a practitioner from another artistic field, offering a fresh perspective on her approach to storytelling, visual composition and the materiality of cinema. The discussion will explore the interplay between film and the visual arts and the ways cinema can engage with contemporary social issues.
The Speakers
Andrea Arnold (b. 1961) began her career with short films Milk, Dog, and Wasp, the latter earning her an Academy Award in 2005. Her debut feature film Red Road won the BAFTA Award for Outstanding Debut in 2006 in addition to five BAFTAs at the BAFTA Scotland Awards. In 2010, her critically acclaimed film Fish Tank won a BAFTA for Outstanding British Film. Red Road, Fish Tank and American Honey all competed at Cannes Film Festival, and all won the Jury Prize in 2006, 2009 and 2016. In 2022, her documentary Cow was nominated for a BAFTA. She has also directed episodes for television series Transparent, I Love Dick, and the second season of Big Little Lies. Most recently she finished work on Bird. It premiered at Cannes 2024 where she was also awarded the Carrosse d'Or. Bird was nominated for a BAFTA for Outstanding British Film in 2025.
Glenn Brown (b. 1966) is a distinguished British contemporary artist, recognised for his intricate paintings, sculptures and drawings, which appropriate and transform imagery drawn from art history, science fiction and popular culture. He is the founder of The Brown Collection, where he has hosted numerous talks with artists working across a range of disciplines.
Further Information
This event is fully accessible, with lift access available to Gallery 3, where the event will take place. Please note that Gallery 2, located in the basement, is not wheelchair accessible due to the building's historic nature. Kindly inform us of any specific requirements when making your booking so that we may assist you.
6.30 – 8pm. Doors open at 6pm. Light refreshments will be served.
For any queries, please email: laurie@glenn-brown.co.uk