Edith Bowman to host BBC’s flagship cinema show

BBC Radio 3 has announced Edith Bowman as the new host of Sound of Cinema, the station’s flagship programme dedicated to celebrating the art of film music.

Airing every Saturday at 4pm, the show will see Edith delve into both classic and contemporary movie scores, offering themed selections, interviews and special features that reveal how music enhances the emotional impact of film.

Her first programme on 1 November features an exclusive interview with Oscar-winning composer Rachel Portman, while upcoming guests include Alan Silvestri, Dame Emma Thompson and Graham Norton.

Edith is best known for her acclaimed Soundtracking podcast, in which she has interviewed renowned filmmakers and composers such as Greta Gerwig, Martin Scorsese, Hans Zimmer and Mica Levi. She will continue the podcast alongside her new Radio 3 role, and will remain part of Radio 3 Unwind with Cinematic Soundtracks.

Edith said: “Film and music are two of my passions that I’m very lucky to enthuse about in my work. I’m excited to add Sound of Cinema to that, and to share so much incredible music with the audience.”