Kermode on Film
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.
Episodes
Mark on Marianne Faithfull film BROKEN ENGLISH with Jane Pollard and Iain Forsyth at the Provence Arts Festival du Film
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
Great Soundtrack, Shame About the 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 "gre
Jason Isaacs says hello and Imran Peretta talks about his feature ISH
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
The Odyssey: Mark and Jack discuss
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 Ga
Ed Sayers on SUPER NATURE, and Sian Clifford on LADY
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
Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie: Is Mark too old for this?
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
All Christopher Nolan Films Ranked (Worst to Best)
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 Agenc
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 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
Marilyn Monroe with Ellen E. Jones, plus Jeanie Finlay on ALL RIVERS SPILL THEIR STORIES TO THE SEA
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 F
Disclosure Day is Dividing People
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 Fos
Are YouTube Filmmakers Taking over Hollywood?
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
"Cinematic foreplay"!?
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'
Why does Jack love TENET so much?
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 Göran
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 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.&n
Bob Odenkirk and Ben Wheatley on NORMAL
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 So
Callum Turner, George Mackay and Mark Jenkin on ROSE OF NEVADA
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 ti
Lindsay Duncan & Charlotte Regan on MINT, and Thea Gajić on SURVIVING EARTH
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 y
This shouldn't be funny... but it is
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 inf
Part 2 - Eyes Wide Shut Rewatch
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 a
More Like Eyes Wide Sh*t
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 i
Is Project Hail Mary THAT good? (spoilers: yes)
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.
Twiggy on Ken Russell, and Kötting's Hallucinated Worlds: What Shapes an Icon?
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
Convincing Mark Kermode Pirates of the Caribbean is Good
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.
Edgar Wright on The Running Man and Amma Asante on upcoming Billion Dollar Spy with Russell Crowe
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!Th
IS PLURIBUS THE BEST SHOW OF THE YEAR? with Mark Kermode & Jack Howard
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 informat
Are All Awards Nonsense?
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.
Jack O'Connell on 28 YEARS LATER: THE BONE TEMPLE & SINNERS plus Ben Wheatley on BULK
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. E
EE Rising Star nominees Posy Sterling & Archie Madekwe
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 n
Is 28 YEARS LATER: THE BONE TEMPLE a worthy sequel?
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.
Harry Melling talks Dom-Rom-Com PILLION, and Philippa Lowthorpe on H IS FOR HAWK, with composer Emilie Levienaise-Farrouch
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 a
Akinola Davies Jr on My Father's Shadow & Bart Layton on heist movie Crime 101
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
Edgar Wright and Mark Kermode on The Running Man
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
Wicked: For Good – Magnificent or Mid?
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.© H
Brett Goldstein, Imogen Poots on ALL OF YOU & Tim Key on THE BALLAD OF WALLIS ISLAND
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.&
WAKE UP DEAD MAN (spoilers!) | with Mark Kermode & Jack Howard
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 thank
Meera Syal on ELF & Panto with Kiefer Sutherland + Joachim Trier on SENTIMENTAL VALUE
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 Social Network - 15 years later!
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
Do Reviews Matter?
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.
Felicity Jones on TRAIN DREAMS, Tamsin Greig on RIOT WOMEN, and John Simm on his career
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 featur
THE SECOND TIME AROUND, IT'S NEVER OVER, JEFF BUCKLEY and THE HOLLYWOOD HISTORY OF ART
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
One Battle After Another
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.
Is the new NAKED GUN funny?
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.
The Films Don't Change – You Do
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.
Nia DaCosta on HEDDA & Mark Jenkin on ROSE OF NEVADA
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 L
Russell Tovey on PLAINCLOTHES, Maxine Peake on I SWEAR and Nathan Johnson for KNIVES OUT
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 h
Why are Film Festivals and Awards important? Are they?
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.
Harris Dickinson on URCHIN and Nadia Latif on THE MAN IN MY BASEMENT
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 L
Cillian Murphy on STEVE and BFI LFF highlights with Kristy Matheson
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 Cassavet
TWO Oscar-winning guests join the SURROUND SOUND special
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 scor
Is physical media dead? Scores & needle drops with Jack Howard & Mark Kermode
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?-M
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 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 BAXT
Sally Phillips on MIGHTY PENGUINS with Ollie, Charlie & Louis, plus WHAM! & THE DEEPEST BREATH with John Battsek
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 Ol
Brian Cox, Michelle Gomez, Kate Dickie on MK3D at the Edinburgh Festival
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 en
Ben Wheatley on THE MEG 2 – THE TRENCH
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
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 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
Bond, Box Office and Burning Questions with Mark Kermode and Jack Howard
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 pai
Stephen Fry on ODYSSEY and Allison Anders on GRACE OF MY HEART & PARIS, TEXAS
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 proj
Barbara Broccoli and John Carney on SING STREET and Arinzé Kene on HARVEST
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 pr
Mark & Jack – Mission: Impossible – POND OF WOOD
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) Miss
Mark & Jack – Mission: Impossible Part 1
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 –
Legend Brian Cox talks to Mark about Succession, Hannibal Lecter, and the actors who inspired him
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.
Simon Pegg on everything from Mission: Impossible to Spaced, Hot Fuzz and Shaun of the Dead
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
Domhnall Gleeson and Michael Pearce on ECHO VALLEY, and Posy Sterling on LOLLIPOP
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 O
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 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 beh
Nail-biting thriller HALLOW ROAD by director Babak Anvari, and stunningly strange and beautiful CIELO by writer-director Alberto Sciamma
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 202
Jack's back! Jack Howard returns to Kermode on Film
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
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 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
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 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 direct
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. 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 f
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 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 expla
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.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.Th
Margy Kinmonth on WAR PAINT, and Sasha Nathwani on LAST SWIM
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 record
Shining a spotlight on the BFDG Planet Positive Award, and making the industry sustainable
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 tac
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 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 PresleyTob
Toby Jones on MR BURTON and Karan Kandhari on SISTER MIDNIGHT
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, Nei
Samantha Morton on THE UNLOVED and Alan Jones on DISCOMANIA on the 100th edition of MK3D at the BFI Southbank
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 succ
Gorgeous George Mackay on FEMME & RAGING BULL, Plus hello Jason Isaacs! on ARCHIE & THE BIG CHILL
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 Si
HOW TO HAVE SEX with Mia McKenna-Bruce & Molly Manning Walker – plus Ian McKellen on HAMLET
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 Southb
Meet the Lifetime Achievement Award winners at the BFDG Production Design Awards 2025
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 tw
BFDG Production Design Awards 2025 – meet the upcoming production designers
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 brillian
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