Larushka Ivan-Zadeh, a savvy film critic, and Lawrence Norfolk, an insightful novelist, dive into Park Chan-wook's thrilling film, No Other Choice, discussing its genre-bending style and humanized violence. They also analyze Julian Barnes' poignant last novel, exploring themes of memory and love amid mortality. As Oscar nominations spark lively debate, they dissect frontrunners and surprises while also questioning the effectiveness of a new £1.5 billion cultural funding initiative. Expect humor, depth, and plenty of cultural insights!