SR: William Gibson, Marco Polo, Chimera,Tate Photography, Concerning Violence film 29 Nov 14

Summary: William Gibson's novel The Peripheral is set in 2 dystopian futures filled with drugs, 3D printers, high-tech surveillance and other legally dubious practices. When readers are immersed in a completely new universe how do they orientate themselves? Netflix newest production is an epic series telling the story of Marco Polo; full of spectacle, does it have substance or is it an Oriental Game of Thrones? London's Gate Theatre is staging Chimera - a play about DNA, genetic inheritance and kitchens. Tate Modern's exhibition Conflict Time Photography looks at the relationship between photography and sites of conflict over time. Concerning Violence is a documentary that deals with the struggle for independence of former colonies - is violent rebellion the most effective way to gain freedom? Tom Sutcliffe is joined by Bidisha, Jim White and Alice Jones. The producer is Oliver Jones