Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster Ep 266: Ella Purnell
Oct 9, 2024
Ella Purnell, renowned for her roles in 'Fallout' and 'Yellowjackets', shares a delightful mix of nostalgia and whimsy. She chats about the rehydrating machine from 'Spy Kids', sparking childhood memories of spy gadgets. Ella also dishes on culinary adventures, showcasing the charm of unique food combinations like Marmite and butter. With humor, she recalls her funniest dining moments and disastrous date stories, rounding off the conversation with playful banter on food preferences and memorable dining exploits.
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SweetPea's Serial Killer
- Ella Purnell discusses her role as a serial killer in the new show SweetPea.
- She explains the challenge of portraying a character who discovers a taste for murder and how the show aims to make the audience feel conflicted.
Dexter's Disgusting Breakfast
- James Acaster expresses dislike for Dexter, not just for the murders.
- He finds Dexter's peculiar eating habits in the opening credits, like eating bacon and eggs separately, unsettling.
Marmite Butter Mania
- Ella Purnell loves Marmite butter on warm sourdough, especially from Heaney's in Wales.
- She even asked for extra to take home, surprising the staff.