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This weekly podcast with film critic Mark Kermode is a podcast version of MK3D - the live show he does every month at BFI Southbank which includes movie guests and questions from the audience. Produced by HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color:grey;" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

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In the last of four episodes from the Provence Arts Festival du Film, Mark sits down with editor Susan Steinberg to talk about Rolling Stones documentary Gimme Shelter. Next, he talks to Samantha Morton about her festival highlights, her role as Circe in Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, and Heath Ledger. And finally, festival director Lucy Darwin looks back on the festival, and the Elvis screening that blew her mind.Films mentioned in this episodeGimme Shelter (1970, dir. Albert and David Maysles, Charlotte Zwerin)Cocksucker Blues (dir. Robert Frank, unreleased)Broken English (2025, dir. Jane Pollard and Iain Forsyth)Summer of Soul (2021, dir. Questlove)EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert (2025, dir. Baz Luhrmann)One to One: John & Yoko (2024, dir. Kevin Macdonald and Sam Rice-Edwards)The Odyssey (2026, dir. Christopher Nolan)Rosemary's Baby (1968, dir. Roman Polanski)The Brothers Grimm (2005, dir. Terry Gilliam)This episode was recorded at the Provence Arts Festival du Film, an annual festival founded by Lucy Darwin, dedicated to documentary cinema and the arts held in the hilltop village of Ménerbes, which this year focused on music documentaries.This episode was produced by Hedda Lornie Archbold and recorded and edited by Richard Gay.With thanks to Lucy Darwin and the Provence Arts Festival du Film, and to Susan Steinberg and Samantha Morton.Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark on GIMME SHELTER and THE ODYSSEY with Susan Steinberg, Samantha Morton and Lucy Darwin

Mark Kermode and Jack Howard discuss Spider-Man: Brand New Day at the Sun Pub on Drury LaneOther films and TV mentioned in this episode:Gone with the Wind (1939)Citizen Kane (1941)Planet of the Apes film series (1968 - 2024)Star Trek film series (1979 - 2016)Back to the Future (1985)Spider-Man: The Animated Series (TV Series 1994–1998)Regarding Henry (1991)The Usual Suspects (1995)Titanic (1997)Spider-Man (2002)Spider-Man 2 (2004)Spider-Man 3 (2007)Avatar (2009)The Social Network (2010)The Dark Knight Rises (2012)The Avengers (2012)The Amazing Spider-Man (2012)The Amazing Spider-Man 2 (2014)Captain America: Civil War (2016)Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017)Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018)Avengers: End Game (2019)Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019)Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022)Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022)Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023)Oppenheimer (2023)Snow White (2025)Avengers: Doomsday (2026)Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse (2027)Marvel's X-Men (2028)With thanks to Richard Gay and The Sun Pub on London's Drury Lane.Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency productionProduced by Hedda Lornie Archbold and Nicki Glossop© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kermode & Howard Swing Through Spider-Man

This episode sees Mark in conversation with jazz musician Darius Brubeck and documentary filmmaker Michiel ten Kleij to discuss their documentary Playing the Changes: Tracking Darius Brubeck, which traces how jazz became a quiet force for political change in apartheid-era South Africa.Ten Kleij explains how a planned film about the 1958 Brubeck Quartet tour behind the Iron Curtain evolved, once a rival BBC documentary was announced, into a broader, independently-financed story spanning Poland and Durban. Darius Brubeck reflects candidly on growing up in his father's shadow, the 'dynastic' continuity jazz offered black South African audiences under apartheid, and the guidance of his wife Catherine in shaping how he used his own talents for purpose rather than pure virtuosity.This episode was recorded at the Provence Arts Festival du Film, an annual festival founded by Lucy Darwin, dedicated to documentary cinema and the arts held in the hilltop village of Ménerbes, which this year focused on music documentaries.This episode was produced by Hedda Lornie Archbold and recorded and edited by Richard Gay.With thanks to Lucy Darwin and the Provence Arts Festival du Film, and to Darius Brubeck and Michiel ten Kleij.Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production© HLA AgencyKermode on Film is an HLA Agency production© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jazz, Apartheid and the Brubeck Legacy in PLAYING THE CHANGES: TRACKING DARIUS BRUBECK

Mark Kermode talks to director Kevin Macdonald and cinematographer David Katznelson after an outdoor screening of ONE TO ONE: JOHN & YOKO, the intimate documentary portrait of the couple's 18 months in 1970s Greenwich Village.They discuss rebuilding John and Yoko's Greenwich Village apartment for the film, the newly discovered phonecall archive, and Sean Ono Lennon's remix of the 1972 concert footage.This episode was recorded at the Provence Arts Festival du Film, an annual festival founded by Lucy Darwin, dedicated to documentary cinema and the arts held in the hilltop village of Ménerbes, which this year focused on music documentaries.This episode was produced by Hedda Lornie Archbold and recorded and edited by Richard Gay.With thanks to Lucy Darwin and the Provence Arts Festival du Film, and to Kevin Macdonald and David Katznelson.Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark on ONE TO ONE: JOHN & YOKO with Kevin Macdonald & David Katznelson

This month, Mark once again was an integral part of the Provence Arts Festival du Film, an annual festival dedicated to documentary cinema and the arts held in the hilltop Luberon village of Ménerbes, founded by Lucy Darwin, which this year focuses on music documentaries.This is the first of a few episodes from the festival. Today Mark is joined by Jane Pollard and Iain Forsyth to talk about their film BROKEN ENGLISH about legendary singer-songwriter Marianne Faithfull, starring George Mackay and Tilda Swinton. They also touch on 20,000 DAYS ON EARTH, their film chronicling Nick Cave's life.This episode was produced by Hedda Lornie Archbold and recorded and edited by Richard Gay.Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark on Marianne Faithfull film BROKEN ENGLISH with Jane Pollard and Iain Forsyth at the Provence Arts Festival du Film

Recorded in the mosquito-infested fields of Latitude Festival, Mark and Jack dig into film music to mark the paperback release of Mark's book Surround Sound: The Stories of Movie Music, co-written with Jenny Nelson.They talk composer-director shorthand including John Williams and the "shark" scene from Jaws, Hans Zimmer and Christopher Nolan's one-page brief for Interstellar; they discuss the "great soundtrack, shame about the film" phenomenon referencing S. Darko, Cannibal Holocaust, Exorcist II: The Heretic;  and how Jack worked with composer Benjamin Squires on his own short film The Second Time Around.Mark also talks about Mike Oldfield's Tubular Bells and the eerie 15/8 time signature that makes The Exorcist's theme feel so wrong, and gives some hard-won advice on sticking with a creative career when nobody's paying you yet.Titles mentioned in this episode include:Spider-ManThe Social NetworkDriveInterstellarMan of SteelSupermanThe Lord of the RingsTinker Tailor Soldier SpyThe Wolfman (2010)Jennifer 8S. DarkoDonnie DarkoCannibal HolocaustExorcist II: The HereticThe ExorcistDon't Look NowE.T.JawsJurassic ParkYou Were Never Really HereThere Will Be BloodThe Zone of InterestWicked / Wicked: for GoodMary Poppins (Blunt-era)Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with MeBlade RunnerDrive My CarPsychoSuspiriaThe ShiningThe OdysseyThe Second Time Around (Jack Howard's brilliant short film, now available on Channel 4)This episode was produced by Hedda Lornie Archbold and Nicki Glossop, and edited by Jack Howard.  Recorded by Richard Gay.Kermode on Film and MK3D are HLA Agency productions.© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Great Soundtrack, Shame About the Film

In this episode of Kermode on Film, Mark talks to Imran Perretta about his moving debut feature ISH and to Jason Isaacs about the eight projects he's filmed back to back recentlyIf you missed the first half of this edition of Mark Kermode Live in 3D at the BFI Southbank, listen to episode 290, in which Mark talks to founder of the Straight 8 Film Competition Ed Sayers about his documentary feature SUPER NATURE, a stunning exploration of the natural world filmed on Super 8 Film by 40 filmmakers from all across the world. And he talks to Sian Clifford about her surreal mockumentary LADY.MK3D shows happen live every month. Head over to the BFI website if you’d like to join us in the audience at the BFI Southbank.Opening title quotes from:·       Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)·       Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)·       Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)·       The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair) This episode was produced by Hedda Lornie Archbold and Nicki Glossop, and edited by Alex Jones.  Image by Julie Edwards.Kermode on Film and MK3D are HLA Agency productions.© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jason Isaacs says hello and Imran Peretta talks about his feature ISH

Mark Kermode and Jack Howard discuss Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey at the Sun Pub on Drury LaneOther films mentioned in this episode:Silent Running (1972)2001: A Space Odyssey (1968)The Dark Knight (2008)Dunkirk (2017)Society (1989)Oppenheimer (2023)Spirited Away (2001)Interstellar (2014)Inception (2010)The Ninth Configuration (1980)The Lord Of The Rings trilogy (2001-3)With thanks to Richard Gay and The Sun Pub on London's Drury Lane.Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency productionProduced by Hedda Lornie Archbold and Nicki Glossop© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Odyssey: Mark and Jack discuss

In this episode of Kermode on Film, Mark talks to the founder of the Straight 8 Film Competition, Ed Sayers about his documentary feature SUPER NATURE, a stunning exploration of the natural world filmed on Super 8 Film by 40 filmmakers from all across the world.Next, he welcomes Sian Clifford to talk about her new feature LADY, a surreal mockumentary which follows a lonely aristocrat's attempt to find the spotlight. Sian discusses her love for comedy, ten years of FLEABAG and her childhood fascination with Laura Dern.Tune in to next week's Kermode on Film to hear the other half of July's MK3D when Mark talks to Imran Perretta about his debut feature ISH and to Jason Isaacs about the eight projects he's filmed back to back.Take a front row seat for the 115th edition of MK3D at the BFI Southbank. Enjoy!MK3D shows happen live every month. Head over to the BFI website if you’d like to join us in the audience at the BFI Southbank.Opening title quotes from:·       Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)·       Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)·       Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)·       The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair) This episode was produced by Hedda Lornie Archbold and Nicki Glossop, and edited by Alex Jones.  Image by Julie Edwards.Kermode on Film and MK3D are HLA Agency productions.© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ed Sayers on SUPER NATURE, and Sian Clifford on LADY

Mark Kermode and Jack Howard discuss Matt Johnson's Canadian comedy Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie at the Sun pub in London's West End.Other films mentioned in this episode:Back To The Future (1985)Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure (1989)The Hangover (2009)Borat (2006)Backrooms (2026)Obsession (2025)Bo Burnham: Inside (2021)The Holdovers (2023)Blackberry (2023)With thanks to Richard Gay and The Sun Pub on London's Drury Lane.Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency productionProduced by Hedda Lornie Archbold and Nicki Glossop© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie:  Is Mark too old for this?

Mark Kermode and Jack Howard talking about Christopher Nolan's films at The Sun Pub on Drury Lane.Films mentioned in this episode:The OdysseyOppenheimerThe Dark KnightInceptionTenetInterstellarThe PrestigeDunkirkBatman BeginsMementoThe Dark Knight RisesInsomniaFollowingSilent RunningThe ExorcistKnowingWith thanks to Richard Gay and The Sun Pub on London's Drury Lane.Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency productionProduced by Hedda Lornie Archbold and Nicki Glossop© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All Christopher Nolan Films Ranked (Worst to Best)

In this episode of Kermode On Film, Mark talks to Olivia Cooke about HOUSE OF THE DRAGON series 3, and about working with Steven Spielberg. Next, he welcomes Ronni Ancona to the stage to talk about comedy, impressions, EASTENDERS and her new feature THINK OF ENGLAND. Finally, in a special pre-record, Mark talks to Lucy Darwin, founder and curator of the Provence Arts Film Festival.  The festival runs from 29th July - 1st August. Tickets are available now from https://provencearts.com/en/book/If you missed it, you can hear the other half of June’s MK3D on last week’s Kermode On Film when Mark talked to Ellen E. Jones about radio 4 series BOMBSHELL: FIVE FACES OF MARILYN MONROE (available on BBC Sounds) and to filmmaker Jeanie Finlay about her documentary feature ALL RIVERS SPILL THEIR STORIES TO THE SEA, about beleaguered Teesside fishers whose journey through grief to finding power in community, is full of wry humour.  Take a front row seat for the 114th edition of MK3D at the BFI Southbank. Enjoy!MK3D shows happen live every month. Head over to the BFI website if you’d like to join us in the audience at the BFI Southbank.Opening title quotes from:·       Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson,Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)·       Nope (Jordan Peele, UniversalPictures – featuring Keke Palmer)·       Withnail & I (BruceRobinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)·       The Exorcist (William Friedkin,Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair) This episode was produced by Hedda Lornie Archbold and Nicki Glossop, and edited by Alex Jones.  Image by Julie Edwards.Kermode on Film and MK3D are HLA Agency productions.© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ronni Ancona on EASTENDERS, Olivia Cooke on HOUSE OF THE DRAGON + the Provence Arts Film Festival

In this episode of Kermode On Film, Mark talks to journalist, broadcaster and film critic, Ellen E. Jones about celebrating 100 years of Marilyn Monroe in her radio 4 series BOMBSHELL: FIVE FACES OF MARILYN MONROE (available on BBC Sounds). The series coincides with a BFI Season celebrating Marilyn's centenary, titled MARILYN MONROE: SELF-MADE STAR. Next, Mark talks to filmmaker Jeanie Finlay about her documentary feature ALL RIVERS SPILL THEIR STORIES TO THE SEA, in which Jeanie worked with the beleagured Teeside fishers, charting their journey through grief and wry humour to finding power in community. ALL RIVERS SPILL THEIR STORIES TO THE SEA will screen in cinemas in autumn 2026.  Tune in to next week’s Kermode On Film to hear the other half of June’s MK3D when Mark talks to Olivia Cooke about HOUSE OF THE DRAGON (season 3) and to Ronni Ancona about comedy, impressions, EASTENDERS and her new feature, THINK OF ENGLAND. Plus Mark talks to Lucy Darwin, founder and curator of the Provence Arts Film Festival.  Take a front row seat for the 114th edition of MK3D at the BFI Southbank. Enjoy!MK3D shows happen live every month. Head over to the BFI website if you’d like to join us in the audience at the BFI Southbank.Opening title quotes from:·       Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)·       Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)·       Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)·       The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair) This episode was produced by Hedda Lornie Archbold and Nicki Glossop, and edited by Alex Jones.  Image by Julie Edwards.Kermode on Film and MK3D are HLA Agency productions.© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marilyn Monroe with Ellen E. Jones, plus Jeanie Finlay on ALL RIVERS SPILL THEIR STORIES TO THE SEA

Mark and Jack discuss Disclosure Day, the new Spielberg film that raises some big questions. Not least: who's right?Other films and people mentioned in this episode:Disclosure DayJawsJurassic ParkJurassic WorldIndiana JonesX-FilesStar WarsRoswellClose Encounters of the Third KindJosh O'ConnorArrivalThe Butterfly EffectDonnie DarkoKurt VonnegutMission ImpossibleBeggars of LifeWallace BeeryJodie FosterMatthew McConaugheySilent RunningDoug TrumbullWith thanks to Richard Gay and The Sun Pub on London's Drury Lane.Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency productionProduced by Hedda Lornie Archbold and Nicki Glossop© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Disclosure Day is Dividing People

Mark Kermode and Jack Howard talk about indie horror movies BACKROOMS and OBSESSION taking the box office by storm.Other films mentioned in this episode:TogetherKeeperHellraiserNightbreedCitizen KaneEvil DeadBooksmartSuperbadThe DramaVideodromeThe ExorcistHereditaryWeaponsStar Wars: The Mandalorian and GroguWith thanks to Richard Gay and The Sun Pub on London's Drury Lane.Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency productionProduced by Hedda Lornie Archbold and Nicki Glossop© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are YouTube Filmmakers Taking over Hollywood?

Part 2 of Mark Kermode and Jack Howard talking about Christopher Nolan's films at The Sun Pub on Drury Lane.Films and books mentioned in this episode:TenetThe PrestigeInterstellarThe OdysseyInceptionOppenheimerInsomniaBatman TrilogyRay Harryhausen's Sinbad MoviesThe DevilsMetropolisTrainspottingThe Passion of ChristThe Death of StalinTroyMinionsBooks:A Hard Day's Night by Samira AhmedMark Kermode's Surround Sound: The Stories of Movie Music by Mark Kermode and Jenny NelsonKermode on Film is an HLA Agency productionProduced by Hedda Lornie Archbold and Nicki Glossop© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Cinematic foreplay"!?

Part one of who-knows-how-many on Christopher Nolan's films.Mark and Jack chat at their regular pub.Other films and people mentioned in this episode:AvatarAvatar: The Way of WaterAvatar: Fire and AshPirates of the CaribbeanBatman BeginsChristopher NolanJonathan NolanFollowingKnowingNicolas CageMementoBaitMark JenkinInsomniaErik SkjoldbjærgThe PrestigeInterstellarTenetBack to the FutureLudwig GöranssonStanley  Kubrick2001 a Space OdyssetDoug TrumbullSilent RunningKermode on Film is an HLA Agency productionProduced by Hedda Lornie Archbold© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why does Jack love TENET so much?

In this episode of Kermode On Film, Mark talks to journalist, writer and award-winning radio presenter, Samira Ahmed about her newly published BFI Classics book on The Beatles’ 1964 movie, A HARD DAY’S NIGHT.   Next, he talks to actress, Leisa Gwenllian and director, Marc Evans about their upcoming Welsh language feature, EFFI O BLAENAU. In cinemas from Friday 19th June 2026. If you missed it, you can hear the other half of May’s MK3D on last week’s Kermode On Film, when Mark talked to Bob Odenkirk about his career including BREAKING BAD, BETTER CALL SAUL and his latest feature, NORMAL. Mark was also joined by NORMAL’s director and MK3D regular, Ben Wheatley.   Take a front row seat at the 113th edition of MK3D at the BFI Southbank. Enjoy!The MK3D shows happen live every month. Head over to the BFI website if you’d like to join us in the audience at the BFI Southbank.Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair) This episode was produced by Hedda Lornie Archbold and Nicki Glossop, and edited by Alex Jones.  Image by Julie Edwards.Kermode on Film and MK3D are HLA Agency productions.© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samira Ahmed on A Hard Day's Night, Leisa Gwenllian and Marc Evans on Effi o Blaenau

In this episode of Kermode on Film, Mark Kermode talks to director Ben Wheatley and actor Bob Odenkirk about their feature NORMAL, which is released in UK cinemas on 15 May 2026.This is the second half of the 113th edition of MK3D, recorded live at the BFI Southbank May 2026. The MK3D shows happen every month. Head over to the BFI website if you’d like to join us in the audience at the BFI Southbank.---Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)This episode was produced by Hedda Lornie Archbold and Nicki Glossop, and edited by Alex Jones.Image by Julie EdwardsKermode on Film and Mark Kermode Live in 3D are HLA Agency productions.© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bob Odenkirk and Ben Wheatley on NORMAL

In this episode of Kermode on Film, Mark Kermode talks to director Mark Jenkin and actors Callum Turner and George Mackay about newly released feature ROSE OF NEVADA.This is the second half of the 112th edition of MK3D, recorded live at the BFI Southbank. The MK3D shows happen every month. Head over to the BFI website if you’d like to join us in the audience at the BFI Southbank.---Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)This episode was produced by Hedda Lornie Archbold and edited by Alex Jones.Image by Jade EvansKermode on Film and Mark Kermode Live in 3D are HLA Agency productions.© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Callum Turner, George Mackay and Mark Jenkin on ROSE OF NEVADA

In this episode of Kermode on Film, Mark talks to actress Lindsay Duncan and writer director Charlotte Regan, to talk about their new BBC series MINT.Next, he talks to writer-director Thea Gajić about her directorial debut feature SURVIVING EARTH. Take a front row seat at the 112th edition of MK3D at the BFI IMAX. The MK3D shows happens live every month. Head over to the BFI website if you’d like to join us live at the BFI Southbank.---Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are masterpieces. Watch them.This episode was produced by Hedda Lornie Archbold and edited by Alex Jones.Image by Julie Edwards VisualsKermode on Film and Mark Kermode Live in 3D are HLA Agency productions.© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lindsay Duncan & Charlotte Regan on MINT, and Thea Gajić on SURVIVING EARTH

Mark Kermode & Jack Howard meet at their regular London pub to record a spoiler-laden episode on The Drama, starring Robert Pattinson & Zendaya: dark, funny, and deeply uncomfortable.With thanks to Richard Gay and to The Sun Pub in London's Drury Lane.Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency productionProduced by Hedda Lornie Archbold© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This shouldn't be funny... but it is

But WHY didn't they like it?Mark Kermode and Jack Howard re-watched EYES WIDE SHUT and get together in their regular Sun Pub in London's Drury Lane to talk about Kubrick's 1999 film starring Nicole Kidman and Tom Cruise.With thanks to Richard Gay and to The Sun Pub in London's Drury Lane.Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency productionProduced by Hedda Lornie Archbold© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part 2 - Eyes Wide Shut Rewatch

Mark Kermode and Jack Howard Re-watched EYES WIDE SHUT and get together in their regular  Sun Pub in London's Drury Lane to talk about Kubrick's 1999 film starring Nicole Kidman and Tom Cruise.With thanks to Richard Gay.And to The Sun Pub in London's Drury Lane.Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency productionProduced by Hedda Lornie Archbold© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More Like Eyes Wide Sh*t

Mark Kermode and Jack Howard get together in The Sun Pub in London's Drury Lane to discuss PROJECT HAIL MARY and Ryan Gosling.Also, Bruce Dern in SILENT RUNNING.With thanks to Richard Gay.And to The Sun Pub in London's Drury Lane.Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency productionProduced by Hedda Lornie Archbold© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is Project Hail Mary THAT good? (spoilers: yes)

The legendary icon herself, Dame Twiggy Lawson, joins Mark Kermode to talk about TWIGGY, Sadie Frost’s documentary about her life as a model, singer, actress and fashion icon. They also talk about working with Ken Russell on THE BOY FRIEND and THE DEVILS – and meeting her idol Fred Astaire.Mark is also joined by film director and visual artist Andrew Kötting to talk about his exhibition EVERYWORLD, created together with his daughter Eden. Kötting described the exhibition as a hallucinatory experience, drawing on the ghosts from his previous film projects. The exhibition is on now at Undershed gallery on the ground floor of the Watershed in Bristol, and will be at Swedenborg House in London from late April till the middle of June 2026.The Mark Kermode Live in 3D shows happen live every month at the BFI. Head over to the BFI website if you’d like to join us at the BFI Southbank.---Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are masterpieces. Watch them.This episode was produced by Hedda Lornie Archbold and edited by Alex Jones.Image by Julie Edwards VisualsKermode on Film and Mark Kermode Live in 3D are HLA Agency productions.© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Twiggy on Ken Russell, and Kötting's Hallucinated Worlds: What Shapes an Icon?

It was the Oscars.But Mark and Jack didn't want to talk about the Oscars. Instead, Jack convinces Mark that The Pirates of the Caribbean is actually Good.With thanks to Richard Gay, and to The Sun Pub in London's Drury Lane.Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Convincing Mark Kermode Pirates of the Caribbean is Good

In this episode of Kermode on Film, Mark talks to Edgar Wright about The Running Man as it releases on DVD and Blu-Ray – and about the films that influenced him. Next, and he talk to Amma Asante about her recent series Smilla’s Sense of Show, and about the upcoming Billion Dollar Spy featuring Russell Crowe.Take a front row seat at the 111th edition of MK3D at the BFI IMAX. Enjoy!The MK3D shows happens live every month at the BFI, head over to the BFI website if you’d like to join us live at the BFI Southbank.---Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are masterpieces. Watch them.This episode was produced by Hedda Lornie Archbold and edited by Alex Jones.Image by Julie Edwards VisualsKermode on Film and Mark Kermode Live in 3D are HLA Agency productions.© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Edgar Wright on The Running Man and Amma Asante on upcoming Billion Dollar Spy with Russell Crowe

Mark Kermode and Jack Howard get together in their regular to discuss whether Vince Gilligan's series PLURIBUS is the best series of the year, and also talk about his previous series, BREAKING BAD and BETTER CALL SAUL.With thanks to Richard Gay. and to The Sun Pub in London's Drury Lane.Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

IS PLURIBUS THE BEST SHOW OF THE YEAR? with Mark Kermode & Jack Howard

Mark Kermode and Jack Howard get together in their regular pub and discuss last Monday's BAFTAs and the upcoming Oscars, and a whole lot more.With thanks to Ciaran O'Brien and to The Sun Pub in London's Drury Lane.Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are All Awards Nonsense?

Welcome back to Kermode on Film. In this episode Mark talks to Jack O’Connell, who joined him on stage at the BFI Southbank to talk about his role in 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, about Sinners, and about the film that inspired his performances.And Mark talks to Ben Wheatley about his strange new film Bulk.Take a front row seat at the 110th edition of MK3D at the BFI Southbank. Enjoy!The MK3D shows happens live every month at the BFI Southbank, head over to the BFI website if you’d like to join us live at the BFI Southbank.---Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are masterpieces. Watch them. Love them. Share them.This episode was edited by Alex Jones.Image by Julie Edwards VisualsKermode on Film and Mark Kermode Live in 3D are HLA Agency productions.© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jack O'Connell on 28 YEARS LATER: THE BONE TEMPLE & SINNERS plus Ben Wheatley on BULK

This episode of Kermode on Film  is the first half of the February 2026 MK3D how, recorded at the BFI Southbank.Mark Kermode is joined by two of this year’s EE Rising Star Award nominees, Posy Sterling, who made an impact this year with LOLLIPOP, and Archie Madekwe, who impressed in LURKER and SALTBURN.So sit back, relax, and take a front row seat at MK3D at the BFI Southbank. Enjoy!In next week's episode I talk with Ben Wheatley about his new film Bulk, and to Jack O’Connell about his roles in 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple and Sinners.The MK3D shows happens live every month at the BFI Southbank. If you’d like to join us: tickets are available on the BFI website.This episode was edited by Alex Jones.Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EE Rising Star nominees Posy Sterling & Archie Madekwe

Spoiler episode with Mark Kermode & Jack Howard talking about the 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple.Plus, looking back at 28 Years Later, 28 Weeks Later and 28 Days Later.Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency productionWith thanks to Richard Gay, and to The Sun Pub.© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is 28 YEARS LATER: THE BONE TEMPLE  a worthy sequel?

In this week’s episode, you’ll hear from director Philippa Lowthorpe and composer Emilie Levienaise-Farrouch, who talk about their film H is for HAWK – and from Harry Melling, star of PILLION.This is the second half of the tenth anniversary MK3D: it's ten years since Mark first took to the stage at the BFI Southbank to host his own show.In last episode, Mark talks with director Akinola Davies Jr about his BIFA and Gotham award-winning film MY FATHER’S SHADOW, and with Bart Layton about his new heist movie, CRIME 101.Sit back and enjoy the second half of this MK3D, recorded live at the BFI Southbank!If you’ve enjoyed this podcast, remember to like, subscribe, and tell your friends. And if you want to experience MK3D live, head over to the BFI website for tickets to our next show.Mark Kermode Live in 3D and Kermode on Film are HLA Agency productions.This episode was edited by Jack HowardImage by Julie Edwards© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Harry Melling talks Dom-Rom-Com PILLION, and Philippa Lowthorpe on H IS FOR HAWK, with composer Emilie Levienaise-Farrouch

This week's episode marks a special milestone — this January it’s 10 years since Mark first took to the stage at the BFI Southbank to do an MK3D show.In this episode Mark talks with director Akinola Davies Jr about his BIFA and Gotham award-winning film MY FATHER’S SHADOW, and with Bart Layton about his new heist movie, CRIME 101.So, sit back and enjoy the first half of this MK3D, recorded live at the BFI Southbank!In next week’s episode, you’ll hear from director Philippa Lowthorpe and composer Emilie Levienaise-Farrouch about their film H is for HAWK and from Harry Melling, star of PILLION.If you’ve enjoyed this podcast, remember to like, subscribe, and tell your friends. And if you want to experience MK3D live, head over to the BFI website for tickets to our next show.Mark Kermode Live in 3D and Kermode on Film are HLA Agency productionsThis episode was edited by Jack HowardImage by Julie Edwards.© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Akinola Davies Jr on My Father's Shadow & Bart Layton on heist movie Crime 101

Mark Kermode talks to Edgar Wright at the IMAX premiere of The Running Man, Edgar's adaptation of Stephen Kings dystopian life-or-death gameshow thriller.You can watch the conversation on the BFI YouTube channel on the link below.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VrUNH9pe1cYhttps://www.instagram.com/kermodeonfilm/https://www.instagram.com/kermodedodge/Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.With thanks to the BFI.© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Edgar Wright and Mark Kermode on The Running Man

Mark Kermode and Jack Howard do a Spoiler Special discussing WICKED  and  WICKED: FOR GOODhttps://www.instagram.com/kermodeonfilm/https://www.instagram.com/kermodedodge/https://www.instagram.com/jackhoward/Watch Jack's short film 'The Second Time Around' on Channel 4:https://www.channel4.com/programmes/the-second-time-aroundKermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.With thanks to Richard Gay.© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wicked: For Good – Magnificent or Mid?

Five people join Mark in this episode, to talk about two different kinds of rom-comsFirst off, Tim Key and James Griffiths come on stage to talk about their heartwarming musical rom-com THE BALLAD OF WALLIS ISLAND. Next Mark talks about the affecting sci-fi inflected romance ALL OF YOU, with stars Brett Goldstein and Imogen Poots, and director William Bridges who co-wrote it with Brett. So sit back, relax, and take a front row seat at MK3D at the BFI Southbank. Enjoy!---Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are essential viewing.Watch them. Love them. Share them.They are masterpieces.Mark Kermode Live in 3D and Kermode on Film are HLA Agency productionsThis episode was edited by Alex Archbold JonesImage by Julie Edwards.© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brett Goldstein, Imogen Poots on ALL OF YOU & Tim Key on THE BALLAD OF WALLIS ISLAND

Mark Kermode and Jack Howard discuss all three of Rian Johnson's Knives Out movies.https://www.instagram.com/kermodeonfilm/https://www.instagram.com/kermodedodge/https://www.instagram.com/jackhoward/Watch Jack's short film 'The Second Time Around' on Channel 4:https://www.channel4.com/programmes/the-second-time-aroundMark Kermode Live in 3D and Kermode on Film are HLA Agency productions.With thanks to Richard Gay.© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WAKE UP DEAD MAN (spoilers!) | with Mark Kermode & Jack Howard

In this episode, Mark is thrilled to welcome Joachim Trier, whose beautiful film SENTIMENTAL VALUE is in UK cinemas boxing day, and Meera Syal, who talks to Mark about her favourite Christmas film ELF - and her role in TINSELTOWN, directing Kiefer Sutherland in a Christmas Panto. Enjoy!This episode is one half of the December 2025 MK3D, recorded live at the BFI Southbank on Monday 15 December. The next half of the show is podcast on 30 December and features Brett Goldstein, Imogen Poots and William Bridges talking about ALL OF YOU, and Tim Key and James Griffiths talking about THE BALLAD OF WALLIS ISLAND.---Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are essential viewing.Watch them. Love them. Share them.They are masterpieces.Mark Kermode Live in 3D and Kermode on Film are HLA Agency productionsThis episode was edited by Alex Archbold JonesImage by Julie Edwards.© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meera Syal on ELF & Panto with Kiefer Sutherland + Joachim Trier on SENTIMENTAL VALUE

Jack Howard and Mark Kermode talk about The Social Network – written by Aaron Sorkin and directed by David Fincher – and the upcoming sequel, The Social Reckoning, scheduled for release on 9 October 2026.Written and directed by Aaron Sorkin, it will be a companion piece to the original film and will focus on the fallout from The Facebook Files, the 2021 investigation into Facebook's practices. The new movie will feature a different cast, with Jeremy Strong playing Mark Zuckerberg, Mikey Madison as former engineer. Frances Haugen and Jeremy Allen White as Wall Street Journal reporter Jeff Horwit.Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.With thanks to Richard Gay.© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Social Network - 15 years later!

Mark Kermode and Jack Howard talk about the reviews of their latest book and film - plus a whole lot more.Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.With thanks to Richard Gay.© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do Reviews Matter?

Welcome to this episode of Kermode on Film, in which Mark talks with three exceptional actors who appeared on the MK3D show at the BFI Southbank on Monday 17 November 2025.First, Mark is joined by Tamsin Greig to discuss her role in RIOT WOMEN, the fantastic new BBC series by writer Sally Wainwright.Mark then speaks with Felicity Jones about her work in the new feature TRAIN DREAMS.Finally, he welcomes John Simm to talk about his extraordinary work across screen and stage — from HUMAN TRAFFIC to HAMLET, from LIFE ON MARS to DR WHO.If you missed Part 1, featuring Jack Howard, Caroline Goodall, Hannah Onslow, Amy Berg and Christopher Frayling, you can listen to it here: https://shows.acast.com/kermodeonfilm/episodes/jack-howards-caroline-goodall-hannah-onslow-for-the-second-tThanks for listening. Stay safe, and keep watching the skies.----Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are essential viewing.Watch them. Love them. Share them.They are masterpieces.Mark Kermode Live in 3D and Kermode on Film are HLA Agency productionsThis episode was edited by Alex Archbold JonesImage by Julie Edwards.© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Felicity Jones on TRAIN DREAMS, Tamsin Greig on RIOT WOMEN, and John Simm on his career

This week's Kermode on Film features the brilliant guests who appeared on the MK3D show at the BFI Southbank on Monday 17 November 2025.First up, Mark talks to Jack Howard, Caroline Goodall and Hannah Onslow about Oscar- and BAFTA-qualifying short film THE SECOND TIME AROUND. which is now available on Channel 4 television.Then, documentary filmmaker Amy Berg, who was in town to talk about her feature, IT'S NEVER OVER JEFF BUCKLEY, joins Mark on stage.The pod wraps up with Christopher Frayling discussing his brilliant new book, THE HOLLYWOOD HISTORY OF ART.Make sure to tune into next week's episode where Mark talks to Tamsin Greig, Felicity Jones and John Simm. Thanks for listening. Stay safe, and keep watching the skies.----Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are essential viewing.Watch them. Love them. Share them.They are masterpieces.Mark Kermode Live in 3D and Kermode on Film are HLA Agency productionsThis episode was edited by Alex Archbold JonesImage by Ruby Bradshaw© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

THE SECOND TIME AROUND, IT'S NEVER OVER, JEFF BUCKLEY and THE HOLLYWOOD HISTORY OF ART

One Battle After Another.Or Wombat Laughter 'nother, with Mark Kermode & Jack Howard.  / kermodeonfilm    / kermodedodge    / jackhoward  Watch Jack's short film 'The Second Time Around' on Channel 4:https://www.channel4.com/programmes/t... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One Battle After Another

It's been a while since Mark and Jack had a fight.MK3D and Kermode On Film are HLA Agency productionsThis episode was recorded by Richard Gay and edited by Jack Howard© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is the new NAKED GUN funny?

Mark Kermode and Jack Howard talk about whether it's worth revisiting films more than once.MK3D and Kermode On Film are HLA Agency productionsThis episode was edited by Jack Howard© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Films Don't Change – You Do

This week's podcast features two guests who appeared on the MK3D show at the BFI Southbank on Monday 6 October 2025. They are two directors whose films played at of the BFI London Film Festival, and which open soon: First, Mark talks to Nia DaCosta about her new feature HEDDA, and her upcoming 28 YEARS LATER - TEMPLE OF BONES –and one of the films that infuenced her, Stanley Kubrick's BARRY LYNDON.And Mark talks with Mark Jenkin about his third and most brilliant feature so far, ROSE OF NEVADA.Enjoy!The MK3D shows happen every month at the BFI Southbank. In last week's edition of the podcast you can hear Mark talk with the other three guests of this edition of MK3D: Maxine Peake for I SWEAR, Nathan Johnson for WAKE UP DEAD MAN and Russell Tovey for PLAINCLOTHES.Thanks for listening. Stay safe, and keep watching the skies.Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are essential viewing.Watch them. Love them. Share them.They are masterpieces.Mark Kermode Live in 3D and Kermode on Film are HLA Agency productionsThis episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nia DaCosta on HEDDA & Mark Jenkin on ROSE OF NEVADA

In this first half of the MK3D show recorded on Monday, 6 October, 2025, at the BFI Southbank, Mark Kermode is joined by an inspiring line-up of guests from the world of film.Actress Maxine Peake discusses her role in I Swear - a deeply moving and darkly funny comedy-drama based on the true story of a young man living with Tourette’s syndrome.Composer Nathan Johnson joins to talk about his acclaimed work on the Knives Out films - the latest of which opened this year’s BFI London Film Festival - as well as his music collaboration for Guillermo del Toro's Nightmare Alley.Finally, actor Russell Tovey reflects on his lead role in Plainclothes, a powerful new drama set in the 1990s about a policeman who entraps gay men but finds himself unexpectedly drawn to one of his targets.In the second part of the show, coming out soon, you'll hear from director Nia DaCosta on her new film Hedda and her work on the upcoming 28 Years Later: Temple of Bones, along with director and film editor Mark Jenkin, discussing his third and brilliant feature, Rose of Nevada.Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)Mark Kermode Live in 3D and Kermode on Film are HLA Agency productions.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Russell Tovey on PLAINCLOTHES, Maxine Peake on I SWEAR and Nathan Johnson for KNIVES OUT

Mark Kermode and Jack Howard share the stories, and unpack the mysteries and the madness of Awards and Festivals in this edition of Kermode On Film.MK3D and Kermode On Film are HLA Agency productionsThis episode was edited by Jack Howard© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why are Film Festivals and Awards important? Are they?

In this second half of the MK3D show recorded at the BFI Southbank on Monday 15 September 2025, Mark is joined by two exciting talents discussing their recent work.Following acclaimed performances in Beach Rats, Triangle of Sadness, County Lines, and Baby Girl, Harris Dickinson discusses URCHIN, reflecting on his experience stepping behind the camera for this role. Nadia Latif shares insights into her feature debut as a director with The Man in My Basement, revealing her creative process. Together, they offer a fascinating look at emerging voices in cinema and the films that have inspired them.If you haven’t heard the first half of this show, here it is: https://embed.acast.com/$/8a257350-1687-4883-9a3f-04a262d6cded/cillian-murphy-on-steve-and-bfi-lff-highlights-with-kristy-m?  Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are essential viewing.Watch them. Love them. Share them.They are masterpieces.Mark Kermode Live in 3D and Kermode on Film are HLA Agency productions.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Harris Dickinson on URCHIN and Nadia Latif on THE MAN IN MY BASEMENT

In this episode of Kermode on Film, Mark welcomes two brilliant guests for a lively film conversation, recorded at the BFI Southbank on Monday 15 September 2025.This is Part 1 of that show, in which Mark is joined by Oscar-winner Cillian Murphy to talk about his role in the new feature STEVE, directed by Tim Mielants. He also talks about the film that influenced his work as an actor, John Cassavetes' A Woman Under The Influence.Mark is also joined by Kristy Matheson, the director of the BFI London Film Festival, who talks us through some of her highlights, including the opening film WAKE UP DEAD MAN, and the closing film 100 NIGHTS OF HERO, and many more.In the second half of the 15 September MK3D show, Mark is joined by Nadia Latif and Harris Dickinson to talk about their respective directorial debuts, THE MAN IN MY BASEMENT and URCHIN.Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are essential viewing.Watch them. Love them. Share them.They are masterpieces.Mark Kermode Live in 3D and Kermode on Film are HLA Agency productionsThis episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cillian Murphy on STEVE and BFI LFF highlights with Kristy Matheson

Not one but TWO Oscar-winning composers join Mark Kermode on stage at the BFI Southbank to talk all things movie music, for the launch of the new book, Mark Kermode's Surround Sound: The Stories of Movie Music, co-written by Mark with Jenny Nelson.First up, Rachel Portman, the first woman composer to win an Oscar and the only woman to be nominated more than once, talks about her award-winning score for Emma (1996), illustrating how she developed the themes on the piano. She also touches on her scores for We Were The Lucky Ones, Never Let Me Go, and her commercial work.Next to join the conversation is Anne Dudley, who won an Oscar for The Full Monty (1997). She too illustrates some of her work on the piano, for Elle for instance, and she discusses new release Signs Of Life, which she scored and which is also her debut as producer.Mark Kermode's Surround Sound: The Stories of Movie Music, co-written by Mark with Jenny Nelson, is released by Picador and is available wherever you get your books, now.---Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are essential viewing.Watch them. Love them. Share them.They are masterpieces.MK3D and Kermode on Film are produced by HLA AgencyThis episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones © HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TWO Oscar-winning guests join the SURROUND SOUND special

Ten years after it was commissioned, Mark's new book is published this Thursday 11th September. Mark Kermode's Surround Sound, The Stories of Movie Music, co-written by Mark with Jenny Nelson, is a thrilling take on how great scores are brought to life on the silver screen.Jack Howard joins Mark to talk about their shared love of soundtracks, and whether physical media is dead. VHS, anyone?-MK3D and Kermode On Film are HLA Agency productionsThis episode was edited by Jack Howard© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is physical media dead? Scores & needle drops with Jack Howard & Mark Kermode

In this episode we go back to September 2023, to the eve of the BFI London Film Festival.TYPIST ARTIST PIRATE KING, Director Carol Morley's latest film, was about to release, and Mark spoke with its star, brilliant actress and national treasure Monica Dolan who played the role of Audrey Amiss.Mark also talked with filmmakers Otto Baxter and Peter Beard, the documentary filmmaker who made OTTO BAXTER, NOT A F***ING HORROR STORY – about the background to Otto Baxter's short film THE PUPPET ASYLUM.Finally Mark  spoke with London Film Festival director Kristy Matheson, who spotlights some of her favourite films in the BFI LFF.Enjoy!---Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are essential viewing.Watch them. Love them. Share them.They are masterpieces.MK3D is a production of HLA AgencyThis episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones Cover photo: Julie Edwards Visuals© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MONICA DOLAN on Typist, Artist, Pirate, King; OTTO BAXTER & PETER BEARD on Otto Baxter, Not a F••ing Horror Story, and KRISTY MATHESON on the LFF 2023

In this edition of the Kermode on Film podcast, Mark talks to legendary producer John Battsek, who explains why the Oscar-winning documentary WHEN WE WERE KINGS inspired him to devote his career to enthralling documentaries.about his two documentaries released simultaneously in the summer of 2023, WHAM! and THE DEEPEST BREATH.Mark also talks to Sally Phillips and director Louis Myles, alongside Olly and Charlie – two brilliant young people with Down syndrome – about their football documentary, all about their football club, THE MIGHTY PENGUINS.Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are essential viewing.Watch them. Love them. Share them.They are masterpieces.MK3D is a production of HLA AgencyThis episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones Cover photo: Julie Edwards Visuals© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sally Phillips on MIGHTY PENGUINS with Ollie, Charlie & Louis, plus WHAM! & THE DEEPEST BREATH with John Battsek

This episode is the very first edition of MK3D recorded in Edinburgh, as part of the Edinburgh International Book Festival. Mark Kermode talks to three iconic Scottish actors: Brian Cox, whose directorial debut Glenrothan opens later this year. Kate Dickie, who is currently on Netflix in Department Q, and Michelle Gomez, BAFTA-nominated for her role as Missy in Doctor Who.Sit back and enjoy this MK3D show recorded live at McEwan Hall in Edinburgh.With thanks to Charlotte Matheson at HLA and Lilidh Kendrick and Jenny Niven and the whole, brilliant team at the Edinburgh International Book Festival.---Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are essential viewing.Watch them. Love them. Share them.They are masterpieces.MK3D is an HLA Agency production© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brian Cox, Michelle Gomez, Kate Dickie on MK3D at the Edinburgh Festival

In this week's episode Mark talks to director Ben Wheatley. In this archival edition recorded at the BFI Southbank back in May 2023, Ben had freshly completed The Meg 2: The Trench, starring the inimitable Jason Statham. Mark and Ben dive into making of The Meg, and into the monster-movie inspirations that informed it, which include the 1961 classic Mothra, and Godzilla. And the incredible work of the legendary Ray Harryhausen. Films mentioned in this episode:The MegThe Meg 2 - The TrenchZardozA Field in EnglandHappy New Year, Colin Burstead Mothra, (Mosura)  GodzillahPeople mentioned in this episode:Jason Statham Jon TurteltaubIshiro HondaEdgar Rice-BorroughsRay HarryhausenOpening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are essential viewing.Watch them. Love them. Share them.They are masterpieces.MK3D is a production of HLA AgencyThis episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ben Wheatley on THE MEG 2 – THE TRENCH

In this episode of Kermode on Film, Mark is joined by three fantastic guests for a lively film conversation, recorded at the BFI Southbank on Monday 10th April 2023.This is Part 1 of Show 79, in which Mark welcomes director Andrew Legge to discuss his innovative debut feature LOLA, a genre-defying Irish-British sci-fi set during World War II. Andrew talks about the creative challenges and joys of shooting the film in a “found footage” style, and about the journey of bringing such a unique vision to the screen.Next up is director Pravesh Kumar, who speaks about his heartfelt debut feature Little English, a comedy-drama set in suburban Slough about family, tradition, and finding your voice.Mark then welcomes actor, writer and improvisational legend Josie Lawrence, who talks about her performance in A Clever Woman, a bold and intimate film created through improvisation.Films and Productions Mentioned in This Episode:LOLA (Andrew Legge)Little English (Pravesh Kumar)A Clever Woman (Jon Sanders)Pakeezah (Kamal Amrohi, 1972)Rosemary’s Baby (Roman Polanski, 1968)Merry Christmas Mr Lawrence (Nagisa Ôshima, 1983)Guests in This Episode:Andrew LeggePravesh KumarJosie LawrenceOpening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are essential viewing.Watch them. Love them. Share them.They are masterpieces.MK3D is a production of HLA AgencyThis episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andrew Legge on LOLA, Pravesh Kumar on LITTLE ENGLISH and Josie Lawrence on A CLEVER WOMAN

In this episode of Kermode on Film, Mark is joined by longtime collaborator and filmmaker Jack Howard for a live conversation recorded at Latitude Festival 2025.Mark and Jack return to the Latitude stage to explore the current state of cinema, offering their perspectives on everything from Hollywood blockbusters to indie gems. With plenty of humour, insight, and disagreement along the way, the pair debate the highs and lows of modern filmmaking, reflect on recent releases and, with the audience, hazard a guess at who will be the next Bond.Films mentioned28 Years LaterA Complete UnknownA Minecraft MovieA Real PainArrivalAvatarAvatar: The Way of WaterAvengers: EndgameAvengers: Infinity WarBabygirlBlade Runner 2049Casino RoyaleClown in a CornfieldCompanionDangerous AnimalsDuneFlowFriendshipGodzillaHappy Gilmore (1 & 2)Hard TruthsHarvestHallow RoadHeaven’s GateHot MilkHow to Train Your Dragon (2010 & 2025)I Think You Should LeaveI’m Still HereJurassic World: RebirthLast SwimLilo & Stitch (2002 & 2025)LollipopLonglegsM3GAN 2.0Memoir of a SnailMegalopolisMickey 17MonstersNe Zha 2Never Say Never AgainNickel BoysNo Time to DieNosferatuOn FallingOn Her Majesty’s Secret ServiceOne Battle After AnotherProteinRestlessSantoshThe Second Time AroundSinnersSister MidnightSuperboys of MalegaonSupermanThe Brown BunnyThe BrutalistThe Cable GuyThe CreatorThe EndThe Fall GuyThe Last ShowgirlThe Lion King (1994 & 2019)The Marching BandThe MonkeyThe Phoenician SchemeThe ReturnThe Seed of a Sacred FigThe Shawshank RedemptionThe ShroudsThe Stimming PoolThe SurferTitanicTornadoWarfareWickedWhen the Light BreaksKermode on Film is an HLA Agency productionThis episode was edited by Jack Howard© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bond, Box Office and Burning Questions with Mark Kermode and Jack Howard

In this episode of Kermode on Film, Mark welcomes two legendary guests for a lively film conversation, recorded at the BFI Southbank on Monday 14th July 2025.This is Part 2 of that show, in which Mark is joined by Allison Anders, the director of Gas Food Lodging and Grace of My Heart, to talk about her work. She talks about her experiences of working on Paris, Texas, and about her bucket list project, Paul Is Dead.Mark is also joined by best beloved writer, actor, and broadcaster Stephen Fry, who reflects on his enduring relationship with cinema, storytelling, and satire.In the first half of the 14 July MK3D show, uploaded last week, Mark was joined by Barbara Broccoli and John Carney to discuss the stage to screen production of Sing Street, and by actor and writer Arinzé Kene to talk about Harvest.Films and Productions Mentioned in This Episode:Love and MercyGrace of My HeartGas, Food, LodgingPaul Is DeadParis, TexasThe Odyssey, Christopher NolanThe Return, Uberto Pasolini, Ralph FiennesOh Brother Where Art ThouThe HobbitThere and Back AgainGaslight, Thorold Dickinson, Anton Walbrook, Diana WynyardThe Life and Death of Colonel BlimpFury, Fritz Lang, Spencer Tracy, Sylvia SidneyDambusters, Peter JacksonGuests in This Episode:Allison AndersStephen FryOpening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are essential viewing.Watch them. Love them. Share them.They are masterpieces.MK3D is a production of HLA AgencyThis episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen Fry on ODYSSEY and Allison Anders on GRACE OF MY HEART & PARIS, TEXAS

In this episode of Kermode on Film, Mark welcomes a trio of outstanding guests for a lively evening of film and conversation, recorded at the BFI Southbank on Monday 14th July 2025.Barbara Broccoli and John Carney join Mark to talk about Sing Street, the joyous, music-filled coming-of-age story originally brought to life on screen by Carney, now reimagined for the stage. As producers of the new production opening at the Lyric Hammersmith on 18 July, they discuss the creative journey from film to musical theatre and the power of music to transcend time and appeal to a wide range of audiences.Also on the show is actor and playwright Arinzé Kene, who stars in Harvest, an adaptation of Jim Crace’s acclaimed novel, directed by Athina Rachel Tsangari. With its UK cinema release set for Friday 18 July, Arinzé shares his thoughts on the film’s exploration of rural upheaval, tradition, and transformation.This is the first half of the 14 July MK3D show. In Part 2, Mark is joined by Allison Anders, the director of Gas Food Lodging and Grace of My Heart, and beloved writer, actor, and broadcaster Stephen Fry, who reflects on his enduring relationship with cinema, storytelling, and satire.Films and Productions Mentioned in This Episode:Sing Street (Lyric Hammersmith, opens 18 July)Harvest (in cinemas 18 July)OnceBegin AgainBuena Vista Social ClubJames BondCrooklynGuests in This Episode:Barbara BroccoliJohn CarneyArinzé KeneOpening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are essential viewing.Watch them. Love them. Share them.They are masterpieces.Mark Kermode Live in 3D and Kermode on Film are HLA Agency productionsThis episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Barbara Broccoli and John Carney on SING STREET and Arinzé Kene on HARVEST

In this episode, Mark Kermode and Jack Howard are back to rank the eight Mission: Impossible films in order of preference, and talk about everything from Tom's tumbles to theme tunes. Films and people mentioned in the two episodes are:Mission: Impossible (1996) Mission: Impossible 2 (2000) Mission: Impossible III (2006) Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol (2011) Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation (2015) Mission: Impossible – Fallout (2018) Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One (2023) Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning (2025) Limp BizkitLalo SchiffrinMike OldfieldNick HornbyJohn WuSecrets of CinemaKim NewmanNick JonesWallace & GromitOceans 11Brian de PalmaJJ AbramsPhilip Seymour HoffmanTom Cruise – action movie JesusEddie HamiltonSimon PeggDoctor WhoMichael BayBen Bailey SmithChris McQuarryBrad BirdThe Incredibles Indiana Jones Dark Knight RisesMichael GiacchinoPaddingtonJurassic Park – Lost WorldJoe KramerLorne BalfeHan ZimmerSean HarrisTurandot Nessun DormaSimon MayoAlex BaldwinStanley KubrickPunch Drunk LoveHenry CavillStone ColdBrian Bosworth Terminator 2No Time to DieEthan HawkeJulie Delpy Top Gun MaverickVanessa KirbyRebecca FergusonHayley AtwellJames BondFace-OffJohn TravoltaNic CageLea SeydouxPaula Patton Ana de ArmasStar WarsJohn BoyegaJon VoightVanessa RedgraveMichelle MonaghanTrue DetectiveDuneBuster KeatonThandiwe NewtonSean Connery Jason BourneDanny Boyle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark & Jack – Mission: Impossible – POND OF WOOD

In this episode, Mark Kermode and Jack Howard rank the eight Mission: Impossible films in order of preference, and talk about everything from Tom's tumbles to theme tunes. Part two of their conversation is uploaded next week.Films and people mentioned in the two episodes are:Mission: Impossible (1996) Mission: Impossible 2 (2000) Mission: Impossible III (2006) Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol (2011) Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation (2015) Mission: Impossible – Fallout (2018) Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One (2023) Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning (2025) Limp BizkitLalo SchiffrinMike OldfieldNick HornbyJohn WuSecrets of CinemaKim NewmanNick JonesWallace & GromitOceans 11Brian de PalmaJJ AbramsPhilip Seymour HoffmanTom Cruise – action movie JesusEddie HamiltonSimon PeggDoctor WhoMichael BayBen Bailey SmithChris McQuarryBrad BirdThe Incredibles Indiana Jones Dark Knight RisesMichael GiacchinoPaddingtonJurassic Park – Lost WorldJoe KramerLorne BalfeHan ZimmerSean HarrisTurandot Nessun DormaSimon MayoAlex BaldwinStanley KubrickPunch Drunk LoveHenry CavillStone ColdBrian Bosworth Terminator 2No Time to DieEthan HawkeJulie Delpy Top Gun MaverickVanessa KirbyRebecca FergusonHayley AtwellJames BondFace-OffJohn TravoltaNic CageLea SeydouxPaula Patton Ana de ArmasStar WarsJohn BoyegaJon VoightVanessa RedgraveMichelle MonaghanTrue DetectiveDuneBuster KeatonThandiwe NewtonSean Connery Jason BourneDanny BoyleKermode on Film is an HLA Agency productionThis episode was edited by Jack Howard© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark & Jack – Mission: Impossible Part 1

In this edition of Kermode on Film, Mark Kermode talks to legendary actor Brian Cox about his career, from Manhunter and the controversial L.I.E., all the way through to the final season of Succession.This is part two of the Mark Kermode Live in 3D show, recorded live at the BFI Southbank in April 2023.Films mentioned in this episode:SuccessionManhunterThe Silence of the LambsL.I.E.Woman of the YearBringing Up BabyPeople mentioned in this episode:Jesse ArmstrongKatherine HepburnSpencer TracyCary GrantHoward HawksAnthony Hopkins———————The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:Mary Poppins, directed by Robert Stevenson and distributed by Walt Disney Motion Pictures – quote featuring Julie Andrews.Nope, written, directed and produced by Jordan Peele, and distributed by Universal Studios – quote featuring Keke Palmer.Withnail & I, written and directed by Bruce Robinson, and distributed by HandMade Films – quote featuring Richard E Grant.The Exorcist, written by William Peter Blatty and directed by William Friedkin, distributed by Warner Brothers – quote featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair.We love these films. We urge you to seek them out, and watch them, again and again.They are masterpieces!Mark Kermode Live in 3D and Kermode on Film are HLA Agency productionsThis episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Legend Brian Cox talks to Mark about Succession, Hannibal Lecter, and the actors who inspired him

Mark is joined by actor Simon Pegg, who talks about his role in Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning, and reflects on his career from Spaced and the Cornetto Trilogy all the way to Hollywood.This episode of Kermode On Film was recorded live at the BFI Southbank on 9 June 2025, and was the second half of that date's Mark Kermode Live in 3D show.Thanks for listening!Films and shows mentioned in this episode:Mission: ImpossibleSpacedHot FuzzShaun of the DeadThe World's endMeantimeSyd & NancyCity of the Living DeadDawn of the DeadStar TrekSpacedStar WarsGuest House ParadisoThe Young OnesDoctor WhoPeople mentioned in this episode:Eddie HamiltonTom CruiseMike LeighGary OldmanNick FrostLucio FulciEdgar WrightRich FulcherJessica HynesLeonard NimoyPeter MayhewJoonas Viljami SuotamoRick MayallAde EdmondsonThe opening title sequence of Kermode on Film features quotes from:Mary Poppins – Julie AndrewsNope – Keke PalmerWithnail & I – Richard E. GrantThe Exorcist – Ellen Burstyn and Linda BlairWe love these films. We urge you to seek them out and watch them—again and again. They are masterpieces.Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.Cover photo by Julie Edwards© Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon Pegg on everything from Mission: Impossible to Spaced, Hot Fuzz and Shaun of the Dead

In this episode of Kermode On Film Mark talks to actor Domhnall Gleeson and director Michael Pearce, whose gripping psychological drama Echo Valley stars Julianne Moore and Sydney Sweeney, and he talks to actor Posy Sterling, who takes on her first leading role as Molly in Lollipop, a bittersweet story about a mother faced with the injustices of the care system in Britain.This episode of Kermode On Film was recorded live at the BFI Southbank on 9 June 2025, and was the first half of that date's Mark Kermode Live in 3D show.Come back for Part 2, where Mark is joined by actor Simon Pegg, who talks about his role in Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning, and reflects on his career from Spaced and the Cornetto Trilogy all the way to Hollywood.Thanks for listening!Films mentioned in this episode:Echo ValleySicarioLollipopSeven SamuraiPunch Drunk LoveDead Man's ShoesPeople mentioned in this episode:Domhnall GleesonMichael PearcePosy SterlingSimon PeggJulianne MooreSydney Sweeney———————The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:Mary Poppins, directed by Robert Stevenson and distributed by Walt Disney Motion Pictures – quote featuring Julie Andrews.Nope, written, directed and produced by Jordan Peele, and distributed by Universal Studios – quote featuring Keke Palmer.Withnail & I, written and directed by Bruce Robinson, and distributed by HandMade Films – quote featuring Richard E Grant.The Exorcist, written by William Peter Blatty and directed by William Friedkin, distributed by Warner Brothers – quote featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair.We love these films. We urge you to seek them out, and watch them, again and again.They are masterpieces!Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.© Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Domhnall Gleeson and Michael Pearce on ECHO VALLEY, and Posy Sterling on LOLLIPOP

In this second part of Mark Kermode Live in 3D, Mark is joined by director Shannon Murphy, who discusses Dying For Sex—a powerful and provocative television series based on a true story, starring Michelle Williams.Mark also talks with filmmaker John Maclean about Tornado, a bold and genre-defying Samurai western set in 18th Century Scotland, and with acclaimed editor Eddie Hamilton, who shares behind-the-scenes insights from cutting high-octane blockbusters like the Mission: Impossible films.This episode was recorded live at BFI Southbank on 19 May 2025 as the second half of that evening’s Mark Kermode Live in 3D show.Thanks for listening!Films and shows mentioned in this episode:Dying For SexTornadoMission: Impossible seriesTop Gun: MaverickLockeSlow WestPeople featured in this episode:Shannon MurphyJohn MacleanEddie HamiltonMichelle WilliamsGeorge MillerTom CruiseSteven KnightKodi Smit-McPheeThe opening title sequence of Kermode on Film features quotes from:Mary Poppins – Julie AndrewsNope – Keke PalmerWithnail & I – Richard E. GrantThe Exorcist – Ellen Burstyn and Linda BlairWe love these films. We urge you to seek them out and watch them—again and again. They are masterpieces.Mark Kermode Live in 3D and Kermode on Film are HLA Agency productionsThis episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bold Samurai Western TORNADO by John Maclean, the provocative DYING FOR SEX with director Shannon Murphy, and blockbuster insights from editor Eddie Hamilton

In this episode of  Kermode On Film Mark talks to director Babak Anvari, whose nail-biting thriller Hallow Road was released in UK cinemas on 16 May 2025, and he talks to writer-director Alberto Sciamma, whose stunningly beautiful film Cielo premieres at SXSW on 6 June 2025. This episode of Kermode On Film was recorded live at the BFI Southbank on 19 May 2025, and was the first half of that date's Mark Kermode Live in 3D show.In Part 2, Mark is joined by director Shannon Murphy, who talks about the television series Dying For Sex, based on a true story starring Michelle Williams. Mark also talks with John Maclean about Tornado, the Samurai western set in 18th Century Scotland, and with Eddie Hamilton, editor of the Mission: Impossible films, among many others.Thanks for listening!Film mentioned in this episode:Hallow RoadUnder the ShadowsUsI Came ByThe ExorcistStar WarsCieloTales of Ordinary MadnessLa Grande BouffePeople mentioned in this episode:Babak AnvariAlberto SciammaWilliam GilliesRosamund PikeMatthew RhysJohn CassavetesLorne BalfeDepeche ModePeter AdamsGeorge MackayBettina KadooriJohn Dunton-DownerAna-Maria VeraMarco FerreriBen Gazzara———————The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:- Mary Poppins, directed by Robert Stevenson and distributed by Walt Disney Motion Pictures – quote featuring Julie Andrews.- Nope, written, directed and produced by Jordan Peele, and distributed by Universal Studios – quote featuring Keke Palmer.- Withnail & I, written and directed by Bruce Robinson, and distributed by HandMade Films – quote featuring Richard E Grant.- The Exorcist, written by William Peter Blatty and directed by William Friedkin, distributed by Warner Brothers – quote featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair.We love these films. We urge you to seek them out, and watch them, again and again.They are masterpieces!Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.© Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nail-biting thriller HALLOW ROAD by director Babak Anvari, and stunningly strange and beautiful CIELO by writer-director Alberto Sciamma

Mark Kermode and Jack Howard pick up where they left off, and get together again on the Kermode On Film podcast. You won’t get any reviews of new releases here: for those, you can listen to Kermode & Mayo’s Take. Jack and Mark talk about the classics they love, about highly anticipated films that aren’t on release yet, and about screen culture in general.In this bumper episode they talk, among other things, about Jack’s recently completed short film The Second Time Around. Buckle up!Topics discussed in this episode:The Revenge of the SithThe Force AwakensThe Dark KnightTimes tablesSchool results and examsThe validity of film criticismThe demise of the Kermodean RantStar WarsSpace wizardsClive Barker’s Weave WorldChristopher Nolan's TenetJack Howard's The Second Time Around YouTube fameThe White Lotus and Jason IsaacsThe Studio Vs The PlayerMission: Impossible titlesCopyright © HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jack's back! Jack Howard returns to Kermode on Film

This episode of Kermode on Film was recorded live at the BFI Southbank on 5 June 2023, and was the 81th edition of MK3D. This is Part 2 of that show, in which Mark Kermode is joined by director Edward Lovelace to talk about his documentary feature Name Me Lawand.Mark also talks to legendary, multi-Oscar-winning sound designer and film editor Walter Murch about his documentary feature Her Name Was Moviola.Thanks for listening!———————The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:- Mary Poppins, directed by Robert Stevenson and distributed by Walt Disney Motion Pictures – quote featuring Julie Andrews.- Nope, written, directed and produced by Jordan Peele, and distributed by Universal Studios – quote featuring Keke Palmer.- Withnail & I, written and directed by Bruce Robinson, and distributed by HandMade Films – quote featuring Richard E Grant.- The Exorcist, written by William Peter Blatty and directed by William Friedkin, distributed by Warner Brothers – quote featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair.We love these films. We urge you to seek them out, and watch them, again and again.They are masterpieces!Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.Cover photo by Julie Edwards.© Copyright HLA Agency  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Edward Lovelace on NAME ME LAWAND & Walter Murch on HER NAME WAS MOVIOLA

This episode of Kermode on Film was recorded live at the BFI Southbank on 5 June 2023, and was the 81th edition of MK3D. This is Part 1 of that show, in which Mark Kermode is joined by director Thomas Hardiman to talk about his debut feature Medusa Deluxe. They also delve into the work of much-missed director Ken Russell, and in particular his film The Boyfriend.Mark also talks to director Dionne Edwards about her film Pretty Red Dress, and the film that influenced her, Do The Right Thing.Thanks for listening!People mentioned in this episode:Robbie RyanRobert AltmanSpike LeeLouise BrooksMarlene DietrichFelliniDerek JarmanToyah WilcoxHalle BerryGary OldmanBram StokerLeos CaraxKen RussellTed AshleyTwiggySteve McQueenClio BarnardTina TurnerMel GibsonPhil SpectreAlexandra BurkeNatey JonesHugo GogginMartin ScorseseFilms Mentioned in this episode:Medusa DeluxeNashvilleDeadly Cuts (2021)Don’t Mess with the ZohanJoe's Bed-Stuy Barbershop: We Cut Heads (1983)Shampoo (1975)Swan Song (2021)Pandora's BoxBlonde VenusCasanovaThe TempestBatsStar Trek BeyondBladeDraculaMahlerThe DevilsTommyThe Music LoversThe DevilsChinatownThe ArborsWeekendPretty Red DressDo The Right ThingAli & EvaCabaretBugsy MaloneThe Sound of MusicDo the Right Thing———————The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:- Mary Poppins, directed by Robert Stevenson and distributed by Walt Disney Motion Pictures – quote featuring Julie Andrews.- Nope, written, directed and produced by Jordan Peele, and distributed by Universal Studios – quote featuring Keke Palmer.- Withnail & I, written and directed by Bruce Robinson, and distributed by HandMade Films – quote featuring Richard E Grant.- The Exorcist, written by William Peter Blatty and directed by William Friedkin, distributed by Warner Brothers – quote featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair.We love these films. We urge you to seek them out, and watch them, again and again.They are masterpieces!Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.Cover photo by Julie Edwards.© Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thomas Hardiman on Medusa Deluxe & Dionne Edwards on Pretty Red Dress

This episode of Kermode on Film was recorded live at the BFI Southbank on 15 May 2023, marking the 80th edition of MK3D. This is Part 2 of that show, in which Mark Kermode is joined by the brilliant Sanjeev Bhaskar to talk about his role in the acclaimed drama series Unforgotten, reflecting on its emotional depth and his experience working with a stellar cast.They also dive into the classic film Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, discussing its intense performances, sharp dialogue, and why it remains so powerful decades after its release.Sit back and enjoy Part 2 of this MK3D show, recorded live at the BFI Southbank.Part 1 of this MK3D was uploaded last week, featuring Nina Menkes on Brainwashed and Jenny Seagrove on Local Hero.Thanks for listening!People mentioned in this episode:Nina MenkesSanjeev BhaskarWilliam FriedkinElizabeth TaylorRichard BurtonFrancis Ford CoppolaJenny SeagroveCelia JohnsonDavid LeanLittle RichardFilms, plays and TV series mentioned in this episode:Brainwashed: Sex-Camera-PowerThe ExorcistUnforgottenWho’s Afraid of Virginia WoolfThe OfferLocal HeroThe GuardianThe Exorcist (Stage Play)Brief EncounterThe Girl Can’t Help ItLittle Richard: I Am EverythingLittle Richard: The King and Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll© Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sanjeev Bhaskar on UNFORGOTTEN, WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF and more

This episode of Kermode on Film was recorded live at the BFI Southbank on 15 May 2023, marking the 80th edition of MK3D.In Part 1 of the show, Mark is joined by acclaimed filmmaker Nina Menkes, who discusses her provocative documentary BRAINWASHED: SEX-CAMERA-POWER exploring the male gaze in cinema and its real-world impact. Nina also shares her unexpected guilty pleasure – THE EXORCIST– and explains why she sees it as a feminist film.Mark also speaks to actress Jenny Seagrove about the heart-warming film LOCAL HERO, which returned to select UK cinemas to celebrate its 40th anniversary in 2023.Sit back and enjoy Part 1 of this MK3D show, recorded live at the BFI Southbank.Thanks for listening!People mentioned in this episode:Nina MenkesSanjeev BhaskarWilliam FriedkinElizabeth TaylorRichard BurtonFrancis Ford CoppolaJenny SeagroveCelia JohnsonDavid LeanLittle RichardFilms, plays and TV series mentioned in this episode:Brainwashed: Sex-Camera-PowerThe ExorcistUnforgottenWho’s Afraid of Virginia WoolfThe OfferLocal HeroThe GuardianThe Exorcist (Stage Play)Brief EncounterThe Girl Can’t Help ItLittle Richard: I Am EverythingLittle Richard: The King and Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll———————The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:- Mary Poppins, directed by Robert Stevenson and distributed by Walt Disney Motion Pictures – quote featuring Julie Andrews.- Nope, written, directed and produced by Jordan Peele, and distributed by Universal Studios – quote featuring Keke Palmer.- Withnail & I, written and directed by Bruce Robinson, and distributed by HandMade Films – quote featuring Richard E Grant.- The Exorcist, written by William Peter Blatty and directed by William Friedkin, distributed by Warner Brothers – quote featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair.We love these films. We urge you to seek them out, and watch them, again and again.They are masterpieces!Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.Cover photo by Julie Edwards.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.© Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nina Menkes on BRAINWASHED: SEX-CAMERA-POWER and Jenny Seagrove on LOCAL HERO

This episode of Kermode on Film was recorded live at the BFI Southbank on 7 April 2025.In Part 2 of this MK3D show, Mark is joined by Icelandic singer-songwriter Emilíana Torrini, who talks about her performance in THE EXTRAORDINARY MISS FLOWER, directed by Iain Forsyth and Jane Pollard. Emilíana is accompanied on stage by her collaborator Simon Byrt for a special live performance from the film.Then, Charlie Brooker takes to the stage to talk about the return of BLACK MIRROR for its much-anticipated seventh season — expect dark humour, razor-sharp commentary, and a few surprises.Sit back and enjoy Part 2 of this MK3D show recorded live at the BFI Southbank.Thanks for listening!People mentioned in this episode:Val KilmerTom CruiseRichard LoncraineTom ContiNoddy HolderMargy KinmonthKate WinsletDziga VertovSasha NathwaniDeba HekmatShakyra DowlingPeter BradshawBill ForsythMatt DamonBen AffleckRobin WilliamsJack NicholsonChloe ZhaoEmiliana TorriniIain ForsythJane PollardCharlie BrookerFilms, plays and tv series mentioned in this episode:HeatTombstoneTop Gun MaverickFinal ReckoningSlade in FlameLeeMan With a Movie CameraLast SwimSound of MetalThe RiderStar WarsGood Will HuntingThe Extraordinary Miss FlowerBlack Mirror———————The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:- Mary Poppins, directed by Robert Stevenson and distributed by Walt Disney Motion Pictures – quote featuring Julie Andrews.- Nope, written, directed and produced by Jordan Peele, and distributed by Universal Studios – quote featuring Keke Palmer.- Withnail & I, written and directed by Bruce Robinson, and distributed by HandMade Films – quote featuring Richard E Grant.- The Exorcist, written by William Peter Blatty and directed by William Friedkin, distributed by Warner Brothers – quote featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair.We love these films. We urge you to seek them out, and watch them, again and again.They are masterpieces!Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.Cover photo by Julie Edwards.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.© Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Charlie Brooker on BLACK MIRROR, and Emilíana Torrini on THE EXTRAORDINARY MISS FLOWER

This episode of Kermode on Film was recorded live at the BFI Southbank on 7 April 2025.Mark talks to Margy Kinmonth about WAR PAINT - WOMEN AT WAR, her documentary about women war artists.And he speaks with Sasha Nathwani, about his directorial feature debut LAST SWIM, a beautiful British coming-of-age film starring Deba Hekmat.Sit back and enjoy Part 1 of this MK3D show recorded live at the BFI Southbank.In Part 2, Mark is joined by Icelandic singer-songwriter Emiliana Torrini, who talks to about her performance in THE EXTRAORDINARY MISS FLOWER, directed by Iain Forsyth and Jane Pollard. And he talks with Charlie Brooker about Season 7 of BLACK MIRROR.Thanks for listening!People mentioned in this episode:Val KilmerTom CruiseRichard LoncraineTom ContiNoddy HolderMargy KinmonthKate WinsletDziga VertovSasha NathwaniDeba HekmatShakyra DowlingPeter BradshawBill ForsythMatt DamonBen AffleckRobin WilliamsJack NicholsonChloe ZhaoEmiliana TorriniIain ForsythJane PollardCharlie BrookerFilms, plays and tv series mentioned in this episode:HeatTombstoneTop Gun MaverickFinal ReckoningSlade in FlameLeeMan With a Movie CameraLast SwimSound of MetalThe RiderStar WarsGood Will HuntingThe Extraordinary Miss FlowerBlack Mirror———————The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:- Mary Poppins, directed by Robert Stevenson and distributed by Walt Disney Motion Pictures – quote featuring Julie Andrews.- Nope, written, directed and produced by Jordan Peele, and distributed by Universal Studios – quote featuring Keke Palmer.- Withnail & I, written and directed by Bruce Robinson, and distributed by HandMade Films – quote featuring Richard E Grant.- The Exorcist, written by William Peter Blatty and directed by William Friedkin, distributed by Warner Brothers – quote featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair.We love these films. We urge you to seek them out, and watch them, again and again.They are masterpieces!Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.Cover photo by Julie Edwards.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.© Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Margy Kinmonth on WAR PAINT, and Sasha Nathwani on LAST SWIM

Kermode on Film supports the British Film Designers Guild Awards – and shines a spotlight on the BFDG Planet Positive Award sponsored by Sky Studios Elstree. In this episode Mark Kermode talks to the winner of that award, Freya Bruce, co-founder of ReCollective, about their work on 'My Lady Jayne'. ReCollective are a non-for-profit, setting new standards of re-use for the film industry to tackle the enormous amount of waste it produces. ReCollective's work on 'My Lady Jane' involved repurposing building materials which were then used for community builds in the South West of England including making poly tunnels for a market garden and a field shelter for a community farm.Find out more about ReCollective: https://www.recollective.uk/Hosted by: Mark KermodeWith: Freya Bruce of ReCollective and Peter Okell, Operations Manager at Sky Studios ElstreeExecutive Producer: Lornie Archbold at HLA AgencyAudio Producer: Alex JonesMusic: The Dodge BrothersThis audio programme is an HLA Agency production for the British Film Designers Guildhedda@hlaagency.co.uk(c) HLA AgencyWIP is a BFDG Podcast.Connect with us:Instagram: @british_film_designers_guildX: @BFDG_Film_GuildLinkedin: @british-film-designers-guildFacebook: /British Film Designers GuildWebsite:www.britishfilmdesigners.comAbout the BFDGThe Society of British Film Directors and Designers was founded in 1946. Out of this society grew the Guild of Film Art Directors, and the present British Film Designers Guild (BFDG). Today the BFDG has over 630 members of skilled technicians and designers spanning all the various branches of the Art Department, as well as corporate members.The BFDG membership covers a diverse range of Art Department skills and experience, working on projects of all budgets, from International to Independent and micro-financed productions, to Feature Films, Shorts, Pilots, Promos, Commercials, TV Film, TV Series and Light Entertainment.WIP is a BFDG Podcast.Connect with us:Instagram: @british_film_designers_guildX: @BFDG_Film_GuildLinkedin: @british-film-designers-guildFacebook: /British Film Designers GuildWebsite:www.britishfilmdesigners.comAbout the BFDGThe Society of British Film Directors and Designers was founded in 1946. Out of this society grew the Guild of Film Art Directors, and the present British Film Designers Guild (BFDG). Today the BFDG has over 630 members of skilled technicians and designers spanning all the various branches of the Art Department, as well as corporate members.The BFDG membership covers a diverse range of Art Department skills and experience, working on projects of all budgets, from International to Independent and micro-financed productions, to Feature Films, Shorts, Pilots, Promos, Commercials, TV Film, TV Series and Light Entertainment.© Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shining a spotlight on the BFDG Planet Positive Award, and making the industry sustainable

This episode of Kermode on Film is the third and last part of the 100th edition of the MK3D show, recorded live at the BFI Southbank on 10 March 2025.In this episode, Mark talks to two great friends of the show, Sanjeev Baskhar and Meera Syal, and he says hello to Jason Isaacs.People mentioned in this episode:Sanjeev BaskharMeera SyalJason IsaacsBen WheatleyJeanie FinlayAlan ParkerElvis PresleyToby JonesRichard BurtonSamantha MortonJames BondKiefer SutherlandLaurence OlivierLaurence Llewelyn-BowenHarold PinterLee EvansMaxine PeakeMike WhiteJimmy FallonKelly ClarksonDarius RuckerNorman WisdomThe BeatlesFilms, plays and tv series mentioned in this episode:A Tupperware of AshesFlaming StarUnforgottenTinsel TownMacbethWhite LotusAngels in AmericaThe BillThe Dumb WaiterCapital CityHarry PotterWhite LotusHoney BunchThe Salt Path———————The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:- Mary Poppins, directed by Robert Stevenson and distributed by Walt Disney Motion Pictures – quote featuring Julie Andrews.- Nope, written, directed and produced by Jordan Peele, and distributed by Universal Studios – quote featuring Keke Palmer.- Withnail & I, written and directed by Bruce Robinson, and distributed by HandMade Films – quote featuring Richard E Grant.- The Exorcist, written by William Peter Blatty and directed by William Friedkin, distributed by Warner Brothers – quote featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair.We love these films. We urge you to seek them out, and watch them, again and again.They are masterpieces!Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.Cover photo by Julie Edwards.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.© Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello, it's Jason Isaacs talking to Mark about WHITE LOTUS – and Sanjeev Baskhar & Meera Syal on 100 editions of MK3D

This episode of Kermode on Film is Part 2 of the 100th edition of the MK3D show, recorded live at the BFI Southbank on 10 March 2025.In this episode, Mark talks to Karan Kandhari, whose feature debut Sister Midnight released on 14 March, and to Toby Jones, who shares his thoughts on playing Mr Burton in the film of the same name. Plus we are joined by the world’s best silent movie accompanist, Neil BrandThank you for listening?People mentioned in this episode:Karan KandhariToby JonesNeil BrandFrancois OzonJulia DucournauMartin ScorseseWes AndersonBuster KeatonCharlie ChaplinRichard BurtonMonica DolanSamantha MortonSean PennJack NicholsonJoseph LoseyDirk BogardeSarah MilesHarold PinterIndiana JonesRobert De NiroDaniel Day LewisGina RowlandsGene HackmanKen DoddEric MorcambeThe CrankiesFrank BrunoHarry LawteyFilms mentioned in this episode:RawGood MorningA Girl Walks Home Alone At NightThe GeneralKaleidoscopeMr Bates vs the Post OfficeBerberian Sound StudioThe ServantThe Go-Between———————The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:- Mary Poppins, directed by Robert Stevenson and distributed by Walt Disney Motion Pictures – quote featuring Julie Andrews.- Nope, written, directed and produced by Jordan Peele, and distributed by Universal Studios – quote featuring Keke Palmer.- Withnail & I, written and directed by Bruce Robinson, and distributed by HandMade Films – quote featuring Richard E Grant.- The Exorcist, written by William Peter Blatty and directed by William Friedkin, distributed by Warner Brothers – quote featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair.We love these films. We urge you to seek them out, and watch them, again and again.They are masterpieces!Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.Cover photo by Julie Edwards.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.© Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Toby Jones on MR BURTON and Karan Kandhari on SISTER MIDNIGHT

This week's MK3D was the 100th edition and this special milestone show featured a fabulous and diverse array of conversations about film culture: some great friends of the show who have graced the stage before, and some new filmmaking talent. At the top of the show the CEO of the BFI Ben Roberts leaped onto the stage to congratulate everyone involved on being the longest running and most successful strand at the BFI, ever.First up Mark welcomes Samantha Morton on stage to talk about her work as an actress, director, writer and musician. Sam talks about her directorial feature The Unloved, as well as her role in She Said, and the changes needed in the film industry. Next, Alan Jones joins Mark to talk about his new book Discomania, a glorious celebration of Disco, Punk, and Alan’s unique, trail-blazing career in the Horror, Science Fiction and Fantasy film arenas. Alan talks about his connections with Chrissie Hynde and David Bowie, the Sex Pistols and Vivienne Westwood, and some of the disco movies in the book including Music Machine, starring Patty Boulaye.The next two episodes will feature Karan Kandhari, Toby Jones, Meera Syal, Sanjeev Baskhar and Jason Isaacs. Keep watching the skies!———————The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:- Mary Poppins, directed by Robert Stevenson and distributed by Walt Disney Motion Pictures – quote featuring Julie Andrews.- Nope, written, directed and produced by Jordan Peele, and distributed by Universal Studios – quote featuring Keke Palmer.- Withnail & I, written and directed by Bruce Robinson, and distributed by HandMade Films – quote featuring Richard E Grant.- The Exorcist, written by William Peter Blatty and directed by William Friedkin, distributed by Warner Brothers – quote featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair.We love these films. We urge you to seek them out, and watch them, again and again.They are masterpieces!Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.Cover photo by Julie Edwards.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.© Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samantha Morton on THE UNLOVED and Alan Jones on DISCOMANIA on the 100th edition of MK3D at the BFI Southbank

This episode features gorgeous George Mackay, who talks about his award-winning role in FEMME, and Jason Isaacs, who discusses playing Cary Grant in ARCHIE.This episode of the Kermode on Film podcast is Part 2 of the 86th edition of the MK3D show, recorded live at the BFI Southbank on Monday 18 December 2023.Last week’s podcast features Part 1 of that show, in which Mark talks to Sir Ian McKellen about playing HAMLET, and to star Mia McKenna-Bruce and director Molly Manning Walker about their feature HOW TO HAVE SEX.Thanks for listening, and remember to keep watching the skies!———————The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:- Mary Poppins, directed by Robert Stevenson and distributed by Walt Disney Motion Pictures – quote featuring Julie Andrews.- Nope, written, directed and produced by Jordan Peele, and distributed by Universal Studios – quote featuring Keke Palmer.- Withnail & I, written and directed by Bruce Robinson, and distributed by HandMade Films – quote featuring Richard E Grant.- The Exorcist, written by William Peter Blatty and directed by William Friedkin, distributed by Warner Brothers – quote featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair.We love these films. We urge you to seek them out, and watch them, again and again.They are masterpieces!Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.Cover photo by Julie Edwards.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.© Copyright HLA Agency———————Films mentioned in this edition:For Those In PerilThe Way We Live NowSunshine on LeithTitanicThe BeastThe Act of KillingThe EndRaging BullPeter PanHow To Have SexPretty WomanMassThe Salt PathThe GodfatherThe Big ChillDragonheartFriends with MoneyTV Series mentioned in this show:Thirty SomethingPlays mentioned in this show:Arturo UiHamletAngels In AmericaUncle VanyaThree SistersPeople mentioned:Bertrand BonelloJoshua OppenheimerGaspard UllielLea SeydouxTilda SwintonMichael FassbenderRobert DeNiroJoe PesciCary GrantArchibald LeachColonel KurtzPJ HoganDyan CannonMia McKenna-BruceMolly Manning WalkerAl PacinoGillian AndersonRobert DuvallJames BrandoJames CaanJude LawJanet McTeerPatrick MalahideIan McKellenSean MathiasKevin KlineJeff GoldblumKevin CostnerSimon McBurney Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gorgeous George Mackay on FEMME & RAGING BULL, Plus hello Jason Isaacs! on ARCHIE & THE BIG CHILL

In this episode of Kermode on Film, Mark is joined by the legendary Sir Ian McKellen to talk about the film version of HAMLET directed by Sean Mathias.Following that he talks with star Mia McKenna-Bruce and director Molly Manning Walker about their award-winning feature HOW TO HAVE SEX.This episode of the Kermode on Film podcast is Part 1 of the MK3D show, recorded live at the BFI Southbank on Monday 18 December 2023.Next week’s podcast features Part 2 of that show, in which Mark talks to George MacKay about his role in British Thriller FEMME, written and directed by Sam H. Freeman and Ng Choon Ping, and to Jason Isaacs about starring in ARCHIE, the British drama television serial about the life of Cary Grant. Thank you for listening!———————The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:- Mary Poppins, directed by Robert Stevenson and distributed by Walt Disney Motion Pictures – quote featuring Julie Andrews.- Nope, written, directed and produced by Jordan Peele, and distributed by Universal Studios – quote featuring Keke Palmer.- Withnail & I, written and directed by Bruce Robinson, and distributed by HandMade Films – quote featuring Richard E Grant.- The Exorcist, written by William Peter Blatty and directed by William Friedkin, distributed by Warner Brothers – quote featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair.We love these films. We urge you to seek them out, and watch them, again and again.They are masterpieces!Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.Cover photo by Julie Edwards.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.———————Films Mentioned in this edition:HamletThrone of BloodForbidden PlanetChimes at MidnightTitanicSpice GirlsLion KingPrisonersKrakatoa, East of JavaScrapperPlays mentioned in this show:HamletRichard IIRichard IIIOthelloMacbethHenry IV part 1 and 2King LearMuch Ado About NothingPeople mentioned:Ian McKellenSean MathiasVanessa RedgraveMichael RedgraveEdwin BoothFrancesca AnnisSteven BerkoffBill KenwrightRichard LoncraineJudi DenchAkira KurosawaOrson WellesWilliam ShakespeareKenneth BranaghDavid TennantRalph FiennesPeter SchaufussLaurence OlivierTrevor NunnMolly Manning WalkerMia McKenna-BruceKate WinsletJames Cameron© Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOW TO HAVE SEX with Mia McKenna-Bruce & Molly Manning Walker – plus Ian McKellen on HAMLET

In today’s podcast, which is the second in a four-part miniseries of podcasts about Britain's talented Art Departments, Mark talks to this year’s winners of THE LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD SUPPORTED BY WARNER BROS. STUDIOS LEAVESDEN.The award honours Art Department members who have made a significant creative mark in their work, benefitting the industry as a whole.  This year there are two recipients of the award.First up, Mark talks to Emily Stillman, Senior Vice President of Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, who sponsor the award, about the pivotal role of the Art Department, before talking to this year's deserving award winners, Charmian Adams and Gavin Bocquet.Supervising Art Director Charmian Adams's notable work includes such diverse productions as SID & NANCY, DOWNTON ABBEY and SAS ROGUE HEROES Series 1Production Designer Gavin Bocquet's credits include the STAR WARS prequels, Steven Soderbergh's KAFKA, Matthew Vaughan's STARDUST and Duncan Jones' WARCRAFT.The 14th BFDG Production Design Awards took place at Royal Lancaster Hotel on Saturday 22nd February 2025.This episode of Kermode on Film is made in partnership with the BFDG.About the BFDGThe Society of British Film Directors and Designers was founded in 1946. Out of this society grew the Guild of Film Art Directors, and the present British Film Designers Guild (BFDG). Today the BFDG has over 630 members of skilled technicians and designers spanning all the various branches of the Art Department, as well as corporate members. The BFDG membership covers a diverse range of Art Department skills and experience, working on projects of all budgets, from International to Independent and micro-financed productions, to Feature Films, Shorts, Pilots, Promos, Commercials, TV Film, TV Series and Light Entertainment.Connect with the BFDG here:Instagram: @british_film_designers_guildTwitter: @BFDG_Film_GuildLinkedin: @british-film-designers-guildFacebook: /British Film Designers GuildWebsite:www.britishfilmdesigners.comThis podcast was produced by HLA Agency and edited by Alex Jones© Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet the Lifetime Achievement Award winners at the BFDG Production Design Awards 2025

This episode of Kermode on Film is the first in a four-part miniseries about Britain's brilliant Art Departments in our screen industries.For the past few years Mark Kermode has hosted the annual British Film Designers Guild Awards. The awards celebrate the brilliant work of production designers and art departments across film and TV.One of the things the British Film Designers Guild does brilliantly is to support young people who are keen to get into the business. In today’s podcast Mark talks to this year’s nominees for The Peter Lamont Spotlighting New Talent Award, supported by CrewHQ. The award recognises those starting out in a career in film or TV Art Departments, and spotlights the future stars of the next generation of filmmakers.Mark talks to this year's three nominees for the Peter Lamont Spotlighting New Talent Award, about their experiences of training for, and finding that all important first job in the Art Department. They are Satdeep Grewal, Nivitha Muralikrishna, and Eunice Naddamba. But first, he talks with Rico Johnson-Sinclair - Director of CrewHQ Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, who sponsor the categoryThis episode of Kermode on Film is made in partnership with the BFDG.About the BFDG:The Society of British Film Directors and Designers was founded in 1946. Out of this society grew the Guild of Film Art Directors, and the present British Film Designers Guild (BFDG). Today the BFDG has over 630 members of skilled technicians and designers spanning all the various branches of the Art Department, as well as corporate members. The BFDG membership covers a diverse range of Art Department skills and experience, working on projects of all budgets, from International to Independent and micro-financed productions, to Feature Films, Shorts, Pilots, Promos, Commercials, TV Film, TV Series and Light Entertainment.Connect with the BFDG here:Instagram: @british_film_designers_guildTwitter: @BFDG_Film_GuildLinkedin: @british-film-designers-guildFacebook: /British Film Designers GuildWebsite:www.britishfilmdesigners.comThis podcast was produced by HLA Agency and edited by Alex Jones© Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BFDG Production Design Awards 2025 – meet the upcoming production designers

In this episode of Kermode on Film, Mark is joined by Fiona Shaw to talk about her new film Hot Milk, which premiers at the Berlin Film Festival this year, and to Warren Ellis, composer, musician and superstar, to talk about his score for Walter Salles autobiographical film I'm Still Here.Sit back and enjoy Part 2 of this MK3D show recorded live at the BFI Southbank on Monday 10 February 2025.In Part 1, Mark was joined by Mario Van Peebles and Mandela Van Peebles, to talk about their film Outlaw Posse, shown as part of the BFI season Black Rodeo: A History of the African American Western. And he talked to Bernard MacMahon and Allison McGourty, the director and producer of the high grossing new documentary Becoming Led Zeppelin.Thanks for listening, and remember, keep watching the skies.———————The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:- Mary Poppins, directed by Robert Stevenson and distributed by Walt Disney Motion Pictures – quote featuring Julie Andrews.- Nope, written, directed and produced by Jordan Peele, and distributed by Universal Studios – quote featuring Keke Palmer.- Withnail & I, written and directed by Bruce Robinson, and distributed by HandMade Films – quote featuring Richard E Grant.- The Exorcist, written by William Peter Blatty and directed by William Friedkin, distributed by Warner Brothers – quote featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair.We love these films. We urge you to seek them out, and watch them, again and again.They are masterpieces!Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.Cover photo by Julie Edwards.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.#MarkKermode #MK3D #KermodeOnFilm #BFI #BFISouthbank #FionaShaw #HarryPotter #HotMilk #Ammonite #WarrenEllis #NickCave #I'mStillHere #WalterSalles # #CaliforniaSuite #Mustang #TheAssassinationOfJesseJamesByTheCowardRobertFord #AndrewDominikFilms mentioned in this podcast:Outlaw PosseBecoming Led ZeppelinHot MilkSex EducationAmmoniteSafety LastCalifornia SuiteI'm Still HereRomaMustangThe PropositionThe Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert FordZoolanderSong for BobPeople and bands mentioned in this episode:The WhoDeborah LevyRebecca LenkiewiczEmma MackieKate WinsletClaire RushbrookCharlie ChaplinMaggie SmithSimone RochaWalter SallesFernanda TorresNick CaveJohn HillcoatThe Bad SeedsJackson EllisDeniz Gamze ErgüvenGaspar NoéAndrew DominikBrad PittCasey AffleckSam ShepardGerard McCannAngelo BadalamentiNina Simone© Copyright HLA AgencyHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Warren Ellis on I'm Still Here and composing, and Fiona Shaw on Hot Milk

In this episode of Kermode on Film, Mark is joined by Mario Van Peebles and Mandela Van Peebles, to talk about their film Outlaw Posse, shown as part of the BFI season Black Rodeo: A History of the African American Western. And he talks to Bernard MacMahon and Allison McGourty, the director and producer of the high grossing new documentary Becoming Led Zeppelin.Sit back and enjoy Part 1 of this MK3D show recorded live at the BFI Southbank on Monday 10 February 2025.In Part 2, Mark is joined by a star of stage and screen Fiona Shaw, and composer, musician and superstar Warren Ellis.Thanks for listening, and remember, keep watching the skies.———————The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:- Mary Poppins, directed by Robert Stevenson and distributed by Walt Disney Motion Pictures – quote featuring Julie Andrews.- Nope, written, directed and produced by Jordan Peele, and distributed by Universal Studios – quote featuring Keke Palmer.- Withnail & I, written and directed by Bruce Robinson, and distributed by HandMade Films – quote featuring Richard E Grant.- The Exorcist, written by William Peter Blatty and directed by William Friedkin, distributed by Warner Brothers – quote featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair.We love these films. We urge you to seek them out, and watch them, again and again.They are masterpieces!Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.Cover photo by Julie Edwards.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.#MarkKermode #MK3D #KermodeOnFilm #BFI #BFISouthbank #MarioVanPeebles #MandelaVanPeebles #OutlawPosse #GhandiFilm #AliFilm #MalcolmX #MohammedAli #LedZeppelin #BecomingLedZeppelin #AllisonMcGourty #BernardMacMahon #SafetyLast #HaroldLloyd Films and TV series mentioned in this episode:Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Films mentioned in this podcast:VertigoJeanne Dielman 23 Quai du Commerce 1080 BruxellesOutlaw PossePosseBaadasssss! (2003)Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song (1971)Gandhi (1982)Ali (2001)Becoming Led ZeppelinAmerican EpicSafety LastNapoleon (1927)Napoleon (2024)People and bands mentioned in this episode:Chantal AckermanMario Van PeeblesMandela Van PeeblesMelvyn Van PeeblesJohnny CashWhoopi GoldbergBernard MacMahonAllison McGourtyRobert RedfordRobert PlantJimmy PageJohn Paul JonesJohn BonhamCarter FamilyPink FloydThe WhoCarl DavisGaylord CarterAbel Gance© Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mario & Mandela Van Peebles on Outlaw Posse, and documentary makers of Becoming Led Zeppelin

In this week’s episode of the MK3D show Mark Kermode talks to Taghi Amirani whose film COUP 53 – edited by Walter Murch and featuring Ralph Fiennes – explores the involvement of the CIA and MI6 in the coup in Iran in 1953. Mark and Taghi also connect About their shared love of LOCAL HERO.The Mark is joined by RYE LANE director Raine Allen-Miller and star Vivian Oparah to talk about their film, which follows two youngsters reeling from bad break-ups who connect over a particularly eventful day in South London. They also talk about their respective influences: Vivian discusses the fight scene in US, and Raine revealsher Guilty Pleasure BOWFINGER.This episode of Kermode On Film is the first half of the MK3D show recorded live at the BFI Southbank on 13 March 2023.Thank you for listening!———————The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:- Mary Poppins, directed by Robert Stevenson and distributed by Walt Disney Motion Pictures – quote featuring Julie Andrews.- Nope, written, directed and produced by Jordan Peele, and distributed by Universal Studios – quote featuring Keke Palmer.- Withnail & I, written and directed by Bruce Robinson, and distributed by HandMade Films – quote featuring Richard E Grant.- The Exorcist, written by William Peter Blatty and directed by William Friedkin, distributed by Warner Brothers – quote featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair.We love these films. We urge you to seek them out, and watch them, again and again.They are masterpieces!Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.Cover photo by Hedda Archbold.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.#MarkKermode #MK3D #KermodeOnFilm #BFI #BFISouthbank #TaghiAmirani #WalterMurch #Coup53 #RyeLane #VivianOparah #RaineAllenMiller #LocalHero #Us #Bowfinger Films and TV series mentioned in this episode:Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Films mentioned in this podcast:Coup 53Local HeroRye LaneOliver TwistUsAnnihilationBowfingerPeople mentioned in this episode:Taghi AmiraniWalter MurchRalph FiennesDavid PuttnamVivian OparahRaine Allen-MillerLupita Nyong’oNatalie Portman© Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

RYE LANE's  Raine Allen-Miller & Vivian Oparah, and  Taghi Amirani on COUP 53

This episode of the Kermode on Film podcast, is Part 2 of the MK3D show, recorded live at the BFI Southbank on Monday 20 January 2025.In next week’s episode, Mark is joined by NOSFERATU director Robert Eggers, and actor Nabhaan Rizwan, nominated for this year's EE Rising Star Award for his roles in BFI release In Camera, and the TV series Informer. Thank you for listening!———————The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:- Mary Poppins, directed by Robert Stevenson and distributed by Walt Disney Motion Pictures – quote featuring Julie Andrews.- Nope, written, directed and produced by Jordan Peele, and distributed by Universal Studios – quote featuring Keke Palmer.- Withnail & I, written and directed by Bruce Robinson, and distributed by HandMade Films – quote featuring Richard E Grant.- The Exorcist, written by William Peter Blatty and directed by William Friedkin, distributed by Warner Brothers – quote featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair.We love these films. We urge you to seek them out, and watch them, again and again.They are masterpieces!Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.Cover photo by Julie Edwards.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.———————Films Mentioned in this edition:In CameraDr StrangeloveNosferatuDraculaThe LighthouseThe VVitchThe Wizard of OzTelevision Series:KaosInformersPeople mentioned:Jharrell JeromeDavid JonssonMarisa AbelaMikey MadisonNabhaan RizwanRobert Eggers© Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Robert Eggers talks NOSFERATU & Nabhaan Rizwan challenges Mark – and talks  KAOS, EE Rising Star Awards, and IN CAMERA

Thank you for listening to Kermode on Film.At the top of the show, Mark Kermode pays tribute to the late great David Lynch who passed away this week.He is joined by Cynthia Erivo to talk about her role as Elphaba in Wicked, and about one of the performances that inspired her, by Zhang Ziyi in Memoirs of a Geisha.Next, Connor Swindells talks to Mark about playing the evil Albrecht Gessler in William Tell, and about his memories of watching Naked Gun with his dad.This episode of the Kermode on Film podcast is Part 1 of the MK3D show, recorded live at the BFI Southbank on Monday 20 January 2025.In next week’s episode, Mark is joined by Nosferatu director Robert Eggers, and actor Nabhaan Rizwan, nominated for this year's EE Rising Star Award for his roles in BFI release In Camera, and the television series Informer. Thank you for listening!———————The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:- Mary Poppins, directed by Robert Stevenson and distributed by Walt Disney Motion Pictures – quote featuring Julie Andrews.- Nope, written, directed and produced by Jordan Peele, and distributed by Universal Studios – quote featuring Keke Palmer.- Withnail & I, written and directed by Bruce Robinson, and distributed by HandMade Films – quote featuring Richard E Grant.- The Exorcist, written by William Peter Blatty and directed by William Friedkin, distributed by Warner Brothers – quote featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair.We love these films. We urge you to seek them out, and watch them, again and again.They are masterpieces!Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.Cover photo by Julie Edwards.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.———————Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.#MarkKermode #MK3D #KermodeOnFilm #BFI #BFISouthbank #CynthiaErivo #Wicked #MemoirsOfAGeisha #ConnorSwindells #WilliamTell #NakedGun #LeslieNielsen Films and TV series mentioned in this episode:Inland EmpireEmilia Pérez Wicked The Substance Hard Truths All We Imagine as LightAnoraLa Chimera Blink TwiceBad Times at the El RoyaleHarrietWidowsBlade RunnerMemoirs of a GeishaWilliam TellBarbieScoopParis, TexasAirplaneNaked GunForbidden PlanetTelevision Series:Sex EducationEvents:Girls On Film AwardsPeople mentioned:David LynchCynthia ErivoAriana GrandeJon M. ChuAlice Brooks ASCConnor SwindellsRutger HauerZhang ZiyiClaes BangWim WendersLeslie NielsenBuster KeatonCharlie Chaplin© Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cynthia Erivo on WICKED and Connor Swindells on WILLIAM TELL

In this week’s episode of the MK3D show Mark Kermode talks about the Oscar wins of 2024, before welcoming his guests, in this Ska SpecialFirst on stage was cinematographer Joe Dunton, who talks about shooting the film DANCE CRAZE, which has recently been remastered in 4K by the BFI. DANCE CRAZE showcases the very best of the British Ska phenomenon, with exclusive live performances from THE SPECIALS, MADNESS, THE SELECTER, THE BEAT, BAD MANNERS and THE BODYSNATCHERS – brought to the screen particularly vividly through Dunton’s revolutionary camera work.Joining Mark and Joe on stage are musicians Jerry Dammers (The Specials) and Pauline Black (The Selecter), who talk about the ska movement of the 1980s, and how controversial it still was at that time for people of different colours to take to the stage together.This episode of Kermode On Film is the first half of the MK3D show recorded live at the BFI Southbank on 13 March 2023.Thank you for listening!———————The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:- Mary Poppins, directed by Robert Stevenson and distributed by Walt Disney Motion Pictures – quote featuring Julie Andrews.- Nope, written, directed and produced by Jordan Peele, and distributed by Universal Studios – quote featuring Keke Palmer.- Withnail & I, written and directed by Bruce Robinson, and distributed by HandMade Films – quote featuring Richard E Grant.- The Exorcist, written by William Peter Blatty and directed by William Friedkin, distributed by Warner Brothers – quote featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair.We love these films. We urge you to seek them out, and watch them, again and again.They are masterpieces!Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.Cover photo by Julie Edwards.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.#MarkKermode #MK3D #KermodeOnFilm #BFI #BFISouthbank #PaulineBlack #TheSelecter #JerryDammers #Ska #JoeDunton #Cinematographer #Madness #TheSpecials © Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DANCE CRAZE Special. Mark talks 2-Tone with Jerry Dammers of THE SPECIALS, Pauline Black of THE SELECTER & Joe Dunton cinematographer

In this week’s episode of the MK3D show Mark Kermode talks to a director who is a legend in his own lifetime: Guillermo Del Toro, together with his co-director for the stop-motion animation musical about Pinocchio, Mark Gustafson.GUILLERMO DEL TORO'S PINOCCHIO released at the end of 2022 is based on Carlo Collodi's novel, The Adventures of Pinocchio, about the wooden puppet who comes to life as the son of his carver, Geppetto. Set in Fascist Italy, the characters are voiced by Gregory Mann as Pinocchio and David Bradley as Geppetto, alongside Ewan McGregor, Ron Perlman, John Turturro, Cate Blanchett, Tim Blake Nelson, Christopher Waltz and Tilda Swinton. Pinocchio was the final film credited to Gustafson before he passed away in 2024.This episode of Kermode On Film is the second half of the MK3D show recorded live at the BFI Southbank on 23 January 2023.Thank you for listening!———————The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:- Mary Poppins, directed by Robert Stevenson and distributed by Walt Disney Motion Pictures – quote featuring Julie Andrews.- Nope, written, directed and produced by Jordan Peele, and distributed by Universal Studios – quote featuring Keke Palmer.- Withnail & I, written and directed by Bruce Robinson, and distributed by HandMade Films – quote featuring Richard E Grant.- The Exorcist, written by William Peter Blatty and directed by William Friedkin, distributed by Warner Brothers – quote featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair.We love these films. We urge you to seek them out, and watch them, again and again.They are masterpieces!Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.Cover photo by Julie Edwards.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.#MarkKermode #MK3D #KermodeOnFilm #BFI #BFISouthbank #GuillermoDelToro #Mark Gustafson #AndreaRiseborough #ToLeslie #MaryNighy #AliceDarling #Lesley #Pinocchio © Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guillermo Del Toro and Mark Gustafson on GUILLERMO DEL TORO'S PINOCCHIO

In this week’s episode of the MK3D show, actress Andrea Riseborough joins Mark to talk about her starring role in TO LESLIE, for which she won an Oscar. She plays a West Texas single mother who wins the lottery and squanders it just as fast, leaving behind a world of heartbreak.Mark also welcomes Mark Nighy, to talk about her directorial debut ALICE, DARLING, the tense psychological thriller from a screenplay by Alanna Francis. The film stars Anna Kendrick, Kaniehtiio Horn, Charlie Carrick and Wunmi Mosaku.Mark also flags up the Girls On Film Award nominees for this year.TO LESLIE and ALICE, DARLING are available to watch on streaming platforms.This episode of Kermode On Film is the first half of the MK3D show recorded live at the BFI Southbank on 23 January 2023. This is the first half of that show.Thank you for listening!———————The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:- Mary Poppins, directed by Robert Stevenson and distributed by Walt Disney Motion Pictures – quote featuring Julie Andrews.- Nope, written, directed and produced by Jordan Peele, and distributed by Universal Studios – quote featuring Keke Palmer.- Withnail & I, written and directed by Bruce Robinson, and distributed by HandMade Films – quote featuring Richard E Grant.- The Exorcist, written by William Peter Blatty and directed by William Friedkin, distributed by Warner Brothers – quote featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair.We love these films. We urge you to seek them out, and watch them, again and again.They are masterpieces!Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.Cover photo by Julie Edwards.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.#MarkKermode #MK3D #KermodeOnFilm #BFI #BFISouthbank #AndreaRiseborough #ToLeslie #PanicInNeedlePark #Mathilda #TheDeathOfStalin # #MaryNighy #GuillermoDelTorosPinocchio #AwardsSeason #BAFTA #OscarsFilms mentioned in this programme:To LeslieAlice, DarlingGuillermo Del Toro's PinocchioThe Banshees of InisherinDevotionI Wanna Dance with SomebodyWomen TalkingTárLivingMr Malcolm's ListAfter YangBlack Panther: Wakanda ForeverThe Quiet GirlThe WonderThe Power of the DogNezouMother and SonNannyThe Woman KingElvisPanic in Needle ParkPossessorShiversDeath of StalinMathildaThe Ruling ClassMiss MarpleVenusThe FabelmansETAfter LoveExoticaRead My LipsA ProphetThe AssistantGirlhoodPetite MamanThe Limehouse GolemTwilightPeople mentioned in this episode:Kate WinsletAmy AdamsJane FondaJennifer Aniston Edward NortonHelen HuntChanda DancyHildur GuðnadóttirEmilie Levienaise-FarrouchAska MatsumiyaAmelia WarnerAutumn Durald Arkapaw ASCHélène Louvart AFCKate McCullough ISCPolly Morgan ASC BSC Ari Wegner ASCRina Yang BSCMandy Walker AM ASC ACSBrandon CronenbergDavid CronenbergPeter O’TooleAlistair SimArthur LoweMargaret RutherfordCaligulaRoger MichelSteven SpielbergAnna KendrickAtom EgoyanSophia CoppolaBill NighyJaques AudiardCeline Sciamma© Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oscar-winning Andrea Riseborough on TO LESLIE & Mary Nighy on ALICE, DARLING

Thank you for listening to Part 2 of the MK3D show, recorded live at the BFI Southbank on Monday 16 December 2024.In this episode, Mark talks to Andrew Garfield and John Crowley about their new film We Live In Time, and the process that created such a heartfelt and intimate story. Then Mark sits down with Jason Isaacs to talk about acting, awards season and his upcoming film The Salt Path – and they are joined by George Mackay, who worked with Jason on Peter Pan.Please note there’s some strong language in this episode that may not be suitable for younger listeners.Thanks to Sanjeev Bhaskar, Neil Brand, George Mackay, Michele Austin, Jason Isaacs, Oli Fyne,and Stephen Hiscock, for coming to play some live music at the end of the show. We can't play the songs for licensing reasons but I bring you The Dodge Brothers' single, It's Christmas, Don't Shoot Santa..Many thanks to the London Philharmonic Orchestra for lending me their double bass.© Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andrew Garfield and John Crowley on WE LIVE IN TIME & Jason Isaacs and George Mackay on THE SALT PATH & PETER PAN

Welcome to Kermode on Film. This episode was recorded live at the BFI Southbank on Monday 16 December 2024.Mark Kermode is joined by Professor Sir Christopher Frayling, to talk about his new book Sergio Leone by Himself, which touches on the life and legacy of one of cinema’s most iconic directors.He then talks to Mike Leigh and Michele Austin about Leigh's new film HARD TRUTHS, a powerful film about complex relationships and the raw emotional terrain of real-life struggles.The second half of the live show will be podcast a week today, when Mark is joined by Andrew Garfield and director John Crowley to discuss their new film WE LIVE IN TIME, followed by a conversation with Jason Isaacs about his upcoming work in THE SALT PATH. acting, awards season, and playing Cary Grant in ARCHIE.Thanks for listening, and remember, keep watching the skies!———————The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:- Mary Poppins, directed by Robert Stevenson and distributed by Walt Disney Motion Pictures – quote featuring Julie Andrews.- Nope, written, directed and produced by Jordan Peele, and distributed by Universal Studios – quote featuring Keke Palmer.- Withnail & I, written and directed by Bruce Robinson, and distributed by HandMade Films – quote featuring Richard E Grant.- The Exorcist, written by William Peter Blatty and directed by William Friedkin, distributed by Warner Brothers – quote featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair.We love these films. We urge you to seek them out, and watch them, again and again.They are masterpieces!Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.Cover photo by Julie Edwards.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.#MarkKermode #MK3D #KermodeOnFilm #BFI #BFISouthbank #MikeLeigh #MicheleAustin #HardTruths #SergioLeone #ChristopherFrayling #BarbraStreisand© Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike Leigh & Michele Austin on HARD TRUTHS, Christopher Frayling on Sergio Leone by Himself

In this week’s episode of the MK3D show actress Naomi Ackie joins Mark to talk about starring in the incredible biopic, WHITNEY HOUSTON: I WANNA DANCE WITH SOMEBODY. Naomi talks about singing live in front of Stanley Tucci and talks passionately about her love of acting.Mark also welcomes Brett Morgen, director of the incredible MOONAGE DAYDREAM. Brett discusses his editing process for the film and bonds with Mark over a shared love of Bowie.WHITNEY HOUSTON: I WANNA DANCE WITH SOMEBODY is available to watch on Netflix and MOONAGE DAYDREAM is available to rent on Prime Video.This episode of Kermode On Film is the first half of the MK3D show recorded live at the BFI Southbank in February 2023.Thank you for listening!———————The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:- Mary Poppins, directed by Robert Stevenson and distributed by Walt Disney Motion Pictures – quote featuring Julie Andrews.- Nope, written, directed and produced by Jordan Peele, and distributed by Universal Studios – quote featuring Keke Palmer.- Withnail & I, written and directed by Bruce Robinson, and distributed by HandMade Films – quote featuring Richard E Grant.- The Exorcist, written by William Peter Blatty and directed by William Friedkin, distributed by Warner Brothers – quote featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair.We love these films. We urge you to seek them out, and watch them, again and again.They are masterpieces!Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.Cover photo by Julie Edwards.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.#MarkKermode #MK3D #KermodeOnFilm #BFI #BFISouthbank #NaomiAckie #WhitneyHoustonIWannaDanceWithSomebody #BlueJasmine #BrettMorgen #MoonageDaydream #OneFromTheHeart Films and TV series mentioned in this episode:Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with SomebodyThe End of the F…ing WorldMaster of NoneStar Wars: The Rise of SkywalkerLady MacbethBlue JasmineFour Weddings and a FuneralMoonage DaydreamBreathless (1983)David Holzman’s DiaryTexas Chainsaw MassacreThe Beatles: Eight Days a WeekOne from the HeartFantasiaHeaven’s GateCast and Crew mentioned in this episode:Kasi LemmonsJohnny FlynnClarke PetersStanley TucciClive DavisTom CruiseFlorence PughCosmo JarvisRobert de NiroCate BlanchettKenneth AngerJim McBrideL.M. Kit CarsonJean-Luc GodardFrancis Ford Coppola© Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brett Morgen on MOONAGE DAYDREAM and Naomi Ackie on WHITNEY HOUSTON, I WANNA DANCE WITH SOMEBODY

This week’s episode is the first half of the MK3D show recorded live at the BFI Southbank in February 2023.Mark welcomes actress Sheila Atim to talk about her action-packed film, THE WOMAN KING. Sheila discusses performing her own stunts, and displaying her spear in the living room as a warning to others…Mark is also joined by Carol Morley to talk about her heartfelt film about Audrey Amiss, TYPIST ARTIST PIRATE KING. Carol explains the meaning behind the title and talks about the vast amount of research she did into the Audrey for the film.THE WOMAN KING is available to rent on Prime Video and TYPIST ARTIST PIRATE KING is available to watch on Netflix.Thank you for listening!———————The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:- Mary Poppins, directed by Robert Stevenson and distributed by Walt Disney Motion Pictures – quote featuring Julie Andrews.- Nope, written, directed and produced by Jordan Peele, and distributed by Universal Studios – quote featuring Keke Palmer.- Withnail & I, written and directed by Bruce Robinson, and distributed by HandMade Films – quote featuring Richard E Grant.- The Exorcist, written by William Peter Blatty and directed by William Friedkin, distributed by Warner Brothers – quote featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair.We love these films. We urge you to seek them out, and watch them, again and again.They are masterpieces!Cover photo by Julie Edwards.Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.#MarkKermode #KermodeOnFilm #MK3D #BFI #BFISouthbank #SheliaAtim #TheWomanKing #Hunger #CarolMorley #TypistArtistPirateKing Films, TV Series, Plays, and Books mentioned in this episode include:Blue VelvetEraserheadDune (1984)Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with MeElephant ManMulholland DriveThe Straight StoryThe Woman KingHunger (2008)Constellations Taste of SaltThe Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas AdamsThe Wages of FearSorcerer Solaris (2002)Breathless (1983)À Bout de SouffleThe Falling Out of BlueTypist Artist Pirate KingDreams of a LifeSweetieThe RebelWhitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with SomebodyMoonage DaydreamCast and Crew mentioned in the episode include:David LynchGina Prince-Bythewood Michael FassbenderLiam CunninghamNick PayneRaven JacksonSteve McQueenSteven SoderberghRichard GereMonica DolanClio BarnardJonathon GlazerAudrey Amiss Jane CampionTony HancockRay GaltonAlan SimpsonIrene HandlNaomi AckieBrett Morgen© Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sheila Atim on THE WOMAN KING and Carol Morley on TYPIST ARTIST PIRATE KING

This week's episode was is the second half of the MK3D show recorded live at the BFI Southbank on Monday 18th November 2024.In this 96th edition of the MK3D show, Mark Kermode talks to Himesh Patel about his new satirical comedy, The Franchise. Himesh talks about his cast mates and reveals that perhaps the storylines aren’t as fictional as they appear…Mark also talks to James Norton about his new film, Joy. James discusses the cast and crew’s personal connections to IVF in the film. Mark also draws out more about James's decision to invite his therapist to watch him play an evil character in a recent play. And finally, James tells us why an Al Pacino performance encouraged him to become an actor.  The Franchise is available on NOW and Sky, with new episodes releasing each week, and Joy is out now, only on Netflix.Thank you for listening!———————The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:- Mary Poppins, directed by Robert Stevenson and distributed by Walt Disney Motion Pictures – quote featuring Julie Andrews.- Nope, written, directed and produced by Jordan Peele, and distributed by Universal Studios – quote featuring Keke Palmer.- Withnail & I, written and directed by Bruce Robinson, and distributed by HandMade Films – quote featuring Richard E Grant.- The Exorcist, written by William Peter Blatty and directed by William Friedkin, distributed by Warner Brothers – quote featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair.We love these films. We urge you to seek them out, and watch them, again and again.They are masterpieces!Cover photo by Charlotte Matheson.Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.#markkermode #kermodeonfilm #MK3D #BFI #HimeshPatel #TheFranchise #JamesNorton #Joy #BlazingSaddles #Yesterday #AngelsInAmerica #Tenant #PlayingNice #KingAndConqueror #HappyValleyFilms and TV series mentioned in this episode include:The FranchiseTenetYesterdayBlazing SaddlesYoung FrankensteinWickedJoyPlaying NiceKing and ConquerorHappy ValleyFlatliners (1990)Flatliners (2017)Northmen: A Viking SagaAngels In AmericaOpen HeartsMuriel’s WeddingPoint BreakBad Boys IIHot Fuzz Cast and Crew mentioned in this episode include:Sam MendesArmando IannucciJon BrownBilly MagnussenRichard E. GrantDanny BoyleMel BrooksCleavon LittleGene WilderBill NighyThomas McKenzieJack ThorneRachel MasonBen TaylorDiego LunaElliot PageNina DobrevKiersey ClemonsKiefer SutherlandNiels Arden OplevMichael DouglasAl PacinoMike NicholsTony KushnerMike LeighMeryl StreepEmma Thompson Jeffrey Wright Mary-Louise ParkerEddie Marsan© Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Norton talks JOY and HAPPY VALLEY & Himesh Patel discusses THE FRANCHISE and YESTERDAY

This week's episode was recorded live at the BFI Southbank last night, Monday 18th November 2024.In this 96th edition of the MK3D show, Mark talks to Susan Wokoma about her role in short-form sitcom Cheaters. Series 2 releases tonight on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, and the first series is on BBC iPlayer now.Mark also talks to fellow film critic Tim Robey, whose book Box Office Poison: Hollywood's Story in a Century of Flops was released by Faber earlier this month. Mark and Tim catch up about the most entertaining and deserving flops – as well as an underrated masterpiece.Plus a few of the questions from this evening’s audience.This show is the first half of edition #96 of the MK3D show. The second half of the show features Himesh Patel and James Norton, and is uploaded next week,Thank you for listening!———————The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:- Mary Poppins, directed by Robert Stevenson and distributed by Walt Disney Motion Pictures – quote featuring Julie Andrews.- Nope, written, directed and produced by Jordan Peele, and distributed by Universal Studios – quote featuring Keke Palmer.- Withnail & I, written and directed by Bruce Robinson, and distributed by HandMade Films – quote featuring Richard E Grant.- The Exorcist, written by William Peter Blatty and directed by William Friedkin, distributed by Warner Brothers – quote featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair.We love these films. We urge you to seek them out, and watch them, again and again.They are masterpieces!Cover photo by Julie Edwards.Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.#markkermode #kermodeonfilm #MK3D #BFI #SusanWokoma #Cheaters #TimRobey #MurielsWedding #Wicked #GladiatorII #CatWoman #Sorcerer #WilliamFriedkin #CutThroatIsland #ToniColette Films and TV series mentioned in this episode include:WickedGladiator IICheatersMuriel’s WeddingYear of the RabbitHeaven’s GateWaterworldCat Woman (2004)Babe, Pig in the CityCutThroat IslandSorcererBatmanMad MaxHudson HawkPirates of the CaribbeanThe ExorcistJawsWages of FearStar WarsPiece By PieceThe ApprenticeThe FranchiseJoyActors and Directors mentioned in this episode include:Oliver LitteltonJoshua MaguireJack FoxPitof (Jean-Christophe Comar)Halle BerryJoel SchumacherMichael CiminoToni ColetteNick CaveRussell CroweGeorge MillerRenny HarlinMatthew ModineGeena DavisJohnny DeppRoy ScheiderSteve McQueenJeanne MoreauPharrell WilliamsBill ForsythBrian CoxHimesh PatelJames Norton© Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Susan Wokoma on extramarital sex in CHEATERS and Tim Robey on notable Hollywood flops

In this week's episode of Kermode On Film you can hear the second half of the MK3D show recorded on 5th December 2022 —the 75th MK3D show live at the BFI Southbank.Mark is joined by screenwriter Tony Kushner to talk about his collaboration with Steven Spielberg on The Fabelmans. Tony reflects on the deeply personal nature of the film and the process of working with Spielberg to bring this autobiographical story to life. And he talks about his guilty pleasure – it's a true Hollywood Classic!Actress Aimee Lou Wood and producer Stephen Woolley talk to Mark about their film Living, in which Aimee stars.Stephen shares how this remake of Akira Kurosawa’s Ikiru came to fruition, and Aimee discusses working with the brilliant Bill Nighy.You can hear the first half of this MK3D show on last week’s Kermode On Film.If you’ve enjoyed this podcast, remember to like, subscribe, and tell your friends. And if you want to experience MK3D live, head over to the BFI website for tickets to our next show.———————The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:- Mary Poppins, directed by Robert Stevenson and distributed by Walt Disney Motion Pictures – quote featuring Julie Andrews.-Nope, written, directed and produced by Jordan Peele, and distributed by Universal Studios – quote featuring Keke Palmer.-Withnail & I, written and directed by Bruce Robinson, and distributed by HandMade Films – quote featuring Richard E Grant.-The Exorcist, written by William Peter Blatty and directed by William Friedkin, distributed by Warner Brothers – quote featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair.We love these films. We urge you to seek them out, and watch them, again and again. They are masterpieces!Cover photo by Julie Edwards.Kermode on Film is an HLA Agency production.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.#markkermode #kermodeonfilm #MK3D #BFI #TonyKushner #StevenSpielberg #TheFabelmans #RobertAldrich #BetteDavis #JoanCrawford #WhateverHappenedToBabyJane #AimeeLouWood #StephenWoolley #BillNighy #Living #AkiraKurosawa #Ikuru #TheirFinest #OliverHermanus© Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.