A Double Dose Of 'Fleabag' Sisterhood

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Sian Clifford, who plays the sister of series star and creator Phoebe Waller-Bridge, talks about their off-screen friendship; we also hear from Waller-Bridge's real-life sister, Isobel, who writes the music for the show; Variety senior film writer Matt Donnelly on the Fall movie season.

A Double Dose Of 'Fleabag' Sisterhood

Sian Clifford, who plays the sister of series star and creator Phoebe Waller-Bridge, talks about their off-screen friendship; we also hear from Waller-Bridge's real-life sister, Isobel, who writes the music for the show; Variety senior film writer Matt Donnelly on the Fall movie season.

On today's show:

'Fleabag's' Sister (Fictional)

(Starts at 7:44) 

John Horn talks with Sian Clifford, co-star of the Emmy-nominated series, "Fleabag," about her off-screen friendship with series creator Phoebe Waller-Bridge. Clifford tells John that, while the role of Claire was written for her, she had to fight for the part because of a lack of TV credits. "Fleabag" is nominated for 11 Emmys, including Clifford for Best Supporting Actress.

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'Fleabag's' Sister (Actual)

(Starts at 19:42) 

Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s real-life older sister, Isobel, provides the music for the show— and at least some inspiration for Fleabag’s fictional sister. The Frame contributor Tim Greiving tracked her down in London.

Variety Reports: The Fall Movie Season

(Starts at 00:45) 

The Frame is launching a partnership with Variety that will feature twice-weekly segments with the industry magazine's reporters and editors. Today, John talks with senior film writer Matt Donnelly about the Fall movie schedule.