Mark Kermode (/ ˈkɜːrˌmoʊd /, KUR-moh-d; [4] né Fairey; [5] born 2 July 1963) [6][7] is an English film critic, musician, radio presenter, television presenter, author and podcaster.

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Apr 28, 2017 · The UK’s best-known film critic, Mark Kermode offers up 50 personal viewing recommendations, from great classics to overlooked gems. Artist Clio Barnard’s moving film about the late Bradford playwright Andrea Dunbar (Rita, Sue and Bob Too) is no ordinary documentary.

Mark Kermode's trademark intense, often frightening rants about various films which he likes or dislikes has earned him something of a 'cult' following in the UK. He began his career in film journalism and broadcasting in the 1980s after studying English at Manchester University, where he wrote his Ph.D thesis on horror fiction.

Wendy Ide, a regular contributor to the newspaper since 2017, says she is ‘beyond honoured’ to take over the role All cinemas seats are not the same. Comfy or lumpy, there are some views of the screen that are more coveted than others. This weekend, Mark Kermode, the Observer’s chief film critic for 10 years, announces that he will vacate one of the best seats in the house and …

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Mar 21, 2024 · Mark Kermode is a prominent English film critic, musician, radio presenter, television presenter, author, and podcaster. Moreover, Kermode is the co-host alongside Ellen E. Jones of the BBC Radio 4 program Screenshot and co-host of the film-review podcast Kermode and Mayo’s Take together with long-time collaborator Simon Mayor.

Join host Simon Mayo and film critic Mark Kermode for the only film podcast you’ll need. Simon and Mark talk through the latest releases, discuss all the films that are out in UK and US cinemas and on streaming, plus the very best in high-end television. You can also expect interviews with anyone who’s anyone in the film world.

Feb 27, 2025 · Mark Kermode is a film critic, musician, radio host, television host, and podcaster from England. He is The Observer’s chief film critic, writes for Sight & Sound magazine, hosts a weekly Scala Radio film music show and the BBC Four documentary series Mark Kermode’s Secrets of Cinema, and co-hosts the film-review podcast Kermode & Mayo’s ...