Kermode on Film

Mark Kermode
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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    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 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 Shoes People 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.

    59 min

  2. 3 JUN

    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 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. 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.

    1h 1m
  3. Nail-biting thriller HALLOW ROAD by director Babak Anvari, and stunningly strange and beautiful CIELO by writer-director Alberto Sciamma

    27 MAY

    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 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 Road Under the Shadows Us I Came By The Exorcist Star Wars Cielo Tales of Ordinary Madness La Grande Bouffe People mentioned in this episode: Babak Anvari Alberto Sciamma William Gillies Rosamund Pike Matthew Rhys John Cassavetes Lorne Balfe Depeche Mode Peter Adams George Mackay Bettina Kadoori John Dunton-Downer Ana-Maria Vera Marco Ferreri Ben 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.

    39 min
  4. Jack's back! Jack Howard returns to Kermode on Film

    20 MAY

    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 other things, about Jack’s recently completed short film The Second Time Around. Buckle up! Topics discussed in this episode: The Revenge of the Sith The Force Awakens The Dark Knight Times tables School results and exams The validity of film criticism The demise of the Kermodean Rant Star Wars Space wizards Clive Barker’s Weave World Christopher Nolan's Tenet Jack Howard's The Second Time Around  YouTube fame The White Lotus and Jason Isaacs The Studio Vs The Player Mission: Impossible titles Copyright © HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    57 min
  5. Edward Lovelace on NAME ME LAWAND & Walter Murch on HER NAME WAS MOVIOLA

    13 MAY

    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 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.

    50 min
  6. Thomas Hardiman on Medusa Deluxe & Dionne Edwards on Pretty Red Dress

    6 MAY

    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 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 Ryan Robert Altman Spike Lee Louise Brooks Marlene Dietrich Fellini Derek Jarman Toyah Wilcox Halle Berry Gary Oldman Bram Stoker Leos Carax Ken Russell Ted Ashley Twiggy Steve McQueen Clio Barnard Tina Turner Mel Gibson Phil Spectre Alexandra Burke Natey Jones Hugo Goggin Martin Scorsese Films Mentioned in this episode: Medusa Deluxe Nashville Deadly Cuts (2021) Don’t Mess with the Zohan Joe's Bed-Stuy Barbershop: We Cut Heads (1983) Shampoo (1975) Swan Song (2021) Pandora's Box Blonde Venus Casanova The Tempest Bats Star Trek Beyond Blade Dracula Mahler The Devils Tommy The Music Lovers The Devils Chinatown The Arbors Weekend Pretty Red Dress Do The Right Thing Ali & Eva Cabaret Bugsy Malone The Sound of Music Do 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.

    35 min

  7. 29 APR

    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 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 Menkes Sanjeev Bhaskar William Friedkin Elizabeth Taylor Richard Burton Francis Ford Coppola Jenny Seagrove Celia Johnson David Lean Little Richard Films, plays and TV series mentioned in this episode: Brainwashed: Sex-Camera-Power The Exorcist Unforgotten Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf The Offer Local Hero The Guardian The Exorcist (Stage Play) Brief Encounter The Girl Can’t Help It Little Richard: I Am Everything Little Richard: The King and Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll © Copyright HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    36 min

  8. 22 APR

    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 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 Menkes Sanjeev Bhaskar William Friedkin Elizabeth Taylor Richard Burton Francis Ford Coppola Jenny Seagrove Celia Johnson David Lean Little Richard Films, plays and TV series mentioned in this episode: Brainwashed: Sex-Camera-Power The Exorcist Unforgotten Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf The Offer Local Hero The Guardian The Exorcist (Stage Play) Brief Encounter The Girl Can’t Help It Little Richard: I Am Everything Little 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.

    58 min
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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 acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Mark Kermode
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2025
  • Episodes
    233
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © HLA Agency
  • Show Website
    Kermode on Film

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