Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster Ep 279: Stephen Graham
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Feb 19, 2025 
Stephen Graham, a multi-BAFTA-nominated actor famed for roles in 'This Is England' and 'Boardwalk Empire', joins for a lively chat. He shares insights about the physical transformations actors undergo for roles. Expect humorous culinary banter as Graham reminisces about nostalgic dishes like wonton soup. The conversation takes a light-hearted turn with amusing anecdotes from film sets, highlighting the intersection of food and filmmaking. It's a blend of warmth, laughter, and delightful food memories that'll keep you entertained!
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A Thousand Blows Origin
- Stephen Graham's A Thousand Blows was inspired by a photograph of boxer Hezekiah Moscow and two paragraphs about Sugar and Treacle Goodson.
- Hannah, Graham's wife, suggested Steve Knight as the writer, and he agreed within days.
A Thousand Blows Training
- Stephen Graham trained rigorously for six months to prepare for his bare-knuckle boxing role in A Thousand Blows.
- This involved blood tests, a strict diet, and working with two trainers.
Adolescence Inspiration
- Stephen Graham co-wrote Adolescence, a four-part Netflix series with one-shot episodes.
- It explores youth violence inspired by real-life tragedies, aiming to spark conversation without judgment.