Kermode & Mayo’s Take George Mackay, Femme, Jason Isaacs, Archie & Eileen
Dec 1, 2023
Actor George Mackay discusses his role in the psychosexual noir 'Femme' and seeking revenge on one of his attackers. Jason Isaacs talks about playing Cary Grant in the ITV miniseries 'Archie'. An adaptation of 'Eileen' is reviewed, and Mark shares his thoughts on the film. The podcast also includes discussions about the popularity of Lots-O'-Huggin' Bear in Vietnam, the complex character of Cary Grant, and the making of 'Femme', a French indie that subverts the noir thriller genre.
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Colgion of Penguins
- Mike Turner, a QI researcher, recounted a pub quiz incident.
- Five teams incorrectly answered "Percy Jackson and the Colgion of Penguins," a fictional title from Kermode and Mayo.
Travolta's Hair Envy
- Simon Mayo did a Q&A with John Travolta for Travolta's short film, "Shepherd".
- Travolta later complimented Mayo's hair, a humorous reversal of Mayo's younger self being compared to Travolta.
Eileen Review
- "Eileen" is a twisty thriller adapted from Ottessa Moshfegh's novel, directed by William Oldroyd.
- Thomasin McKenzie stars as Eileen, whose drab life changes with the arrival of the glamorous Rebecca, played by Anne Hathaway.