In this very special bonus episode, Louis is joined by actor and writer Michael Cera. Michael tells Louis about his foul-mouthed run-in with Tom Cruise, nearly missing out on his role as Allan in Barbie, and the reason he never graduated from high school. Plus, Louis reveals which Superbad character he most aligns with…
Warnings: Strong language
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Jun 16
S5 EP7: Danny Dyer describes battling addiction, UFO obsessions, and tackling Shakespeare
This week, Louis sits down with Danny Dyer, the Bafta-winning actor and all-round national treasure. The pair discuss Danny’s experience battling addiction while performing on stage, their shared fascination with UFOs, and whether Danny would ever do Shakespeare. Plus, Danny reve ... Show More
1h 23m
Jun 9
S5 EP6: Ed Sheeran on squeezing Stormzy into his Mini, having breakfast with Van Morrison, and remaining normal
In this episode, Louis speaks to pop megastar Ed Sheeran. Joining Louis in the studio, Ed describes squeezing Stormzy into his Mini, a surprising breakfast with Van Morrison, and how to be normal when you’re one of the most famous people in the world. Warning: Strong language, as ... Show More
1h 24m
Jun 2
S5 EP5: Little Simz discusses her new album, growing up with adopted siblings, and working with Drake
Louis is joined in the studio by Mercury Prize-winning rapper and actress, Little Simz. The pair discuss the inspiration behind her new album Lotus, growing up with adopted siblings and working with Drake on Top Boy. Prepare for awkward pauses and an unlikely rap collaboration. W ... Show More
1 h
Dec 2023
Best in Show: Inside the Actor’s Studio with Paul Mescal, Andrew Scott and Jeffrey Wright
This special episode features multiple interviews with award-winning actors: first up, London editor Ella Kemp speaks with Oscar nominee and Letterboxd pal Paul Mescal about All of Us Strangers, his wider reflections on awards season and his “shady” Letterboxd account. Meanwhile ... Show More
1h 5m
Nov 2022
Stanley Tucci, a negroni and spaghetti alle vongole
Nick and Angela welcome good friend and chicest man alive, Stanley Tucci. Stanley is an award-winning actor and filmmaker. Nominated for an Oscar, Golden Globe, and BAFTA for The Lovely Bones (2009). The list of his outstanding performances is endless, The Hunger Games, Burlesque ... Show More
28m 38s
Dec 2024
Ep505 - James Franco | The Disaster Artist
James Franco visits Google to discuss writing, directing, producing and starring in his film "The Disaster Artist.” The movie is based on Greg Sestero’s best-selling tell-all book about the making of Tommy Wiseau's cult-classic disasterpiece The Room, often referred to as “The Gr ... Show More
38m 51s
Jan 2025
Cynthia Erivo on WICKED and Connor Swindells on WILLIAM TELL
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 ... Show More
47m 37s