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.
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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.
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?
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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!
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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 Agency
This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones
Cover photo: Julie Edwards Visuals
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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 Agency
This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones
Cover photo: Julie Edwards Visuals
© HLA Agency
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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.
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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
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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 Meg
The Meg 2 - The Trench
Zardoz
A Field in England
Happy New Year, Colin Burstead
Mothra, (Mosura)
Godzillah
People mentioned in this episode:
Jason Statham
Jon Turteltaub
Ishiro Honda
Edgar Rice-Borroughs
Ray Harryhausen
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 Agency
This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones
© HLA Agency
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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:
Guests in This Episode:
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 Agency
This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones
© HLA Agency
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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.
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This episode was edited by Jack Howard
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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:
Guests in This Episode:
Opening title quotes from:
These films are essential viewing.
Watch them. Love them. Share them.
They are masterpieces.
MK3D is a production of HLA Agency
This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones
© HLA Agency
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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:
Guests in This Episode:
Opening title quotes from:
These films are essential viewing.
Watch them. Love them. Share them.
They are masterpieces.
MK3D is a production of HLA Agency
This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones
© HLA Agency
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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 Bizkit
Lalo Schiffrin
Mike Oldfield
Nick Hornby
John Wu
Secrets of Cinema
Kim Newman
Nick Jones
Wallace & Gromit
Oceans 11
Brian de Palma
JJ Abrams
Philip Seymour Hoffman
Tom Cruise – action movie Jesus
Eddie Hamilton
Simon Pegg
Doctor Who
Michael Bay
Ben Bailey Smith
Chris McQuarry
Brad Bird
The Incredibles
Indiana Jones
Dark Knight Rises
Michael Giacchino
Paddington
Jurassic Park – Lost World
Joe Kramer
Lorne Balfe
Han Zimmer
Sean Harris
Turandot
Nessun Dorma
Simon Mayo
Alex Baldwin
Stanley Kubrick
Punch Drunk Love
Henry Cavill
Stone Cold
Brian Bosworth
Terminator 2
No Time to Die
Ethan Hawke
Julie Delpy
Top Gun Maverick
Vanessa Kirby
Rebecca Ferguson
Hayley Atwell
James Bond
Face-Off
John Travolta
Nic Cage
Lea Seydoux
Paula Patton
Ana de Armas
Star Wars
John Boyega
Jon Voight
Vanessa Redgrave
Michelle Monaghan
True Detective
Dune
Buster Keaton
Thandiwe Newton
Sean Connery
Jason Bourne
Danny Boyle
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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 Bizkit
Lalo Schiffrin
Mike Oldfield
Nick Hornby
John Wu
Secrets of Cinema
Kim Newman
Nick Jones
Wallace & Gromit
Oceans 11
Brian de Palma
JJ Abrams
Philip Seymour Hoffman
Tom Cruise – action movie Jesus
Eddie Hamilton
Simon Pegg
Doctor Who
Michael Bay
Ben Bailey Smith
Chris McQuarry
Brad Bird
The Incredibles
Indiana Jones
Dark Knight Rises
Michael Giacchino
Paddington
Jurassic Park – Lost World
Joe Kramer
Lorne Balfe
Han Zimmer
Sean Harris
Turandot
Nessun Dorma
Simon Mayo
Alex Baldwin
Stanley Kubrick
Punch Drunk Love
Henry Cavill
Stone Cold
Brian Bosworth
Terminator 2
No Time to Die
Ethan Hawke
Julie Delpy
Top Gun Maverick
Vanessa Kirby
Rebecca Ferguson
Hayley Atwell
James Bond
Face-Off
John Travolta
Nic Cage
Lea Seydoux
Paula Patton
Ana de Armas
Star Wars
John Boyega
Jon Voight
Vanessa Redgrave
Michelle Monaghan
True Detective
Dune
Buster Keaton
Thandiwe Newton
Sean Connery
Jason Bourne
Danny Boyle
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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:
Succession
Manhunter
The Silence of the Lambs
L.I.E.
Woman of the Year
Bringing Up Baby
People mentioned in this episode:
Jesse Armstrong
Katherine Hepburn
Spencer Tracy
Cary Grant
Howard Hawks
Anthony Hopkins
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The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:
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
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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:
People mentioned in this episode:
The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film features quotes from:
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.
Cover photo by Julie Edwards
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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:
People mentioned in this episode:
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The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film uses quotes from:
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.
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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:
People featured in this episode:
The opening title sequence of Kermode on Film features quotes from:
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
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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
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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.
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
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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!
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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
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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
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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.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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
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