Always On Film

In our second episode from the BFI Flare: London LGBTQIA+ Film Festival, we present two engaging conversations around Lunar Sway , a striking feature that celebrated its world premiere at the festival. We’re joined by writer-director Nick Butler, who reveals how the script came together in just a week and was brought to life in an ambitious 20-day shoot, alongside lead actors Noah Parker and Liza...

Always on Film had the immense privilege of covering press at this year’s BFI Flare: London LGBTQIA+ Film Festival, where we spoke with the brilliant Alex Burunova about her debut feature, Satisfaction.  The film traces the relationship between Lola (Emma Laird) and Philip (Fionn Whitehead) across two timelines and locations, as questions of identity, truth, and credibility are gradually unearthed...

This week it’s just your Always on Film hosts, Louelle, Immi, and Kitty, chatting all things movies, snacks, and cinema crushes. We kick things off with the ultimate salty versus sweet popcorn debate and share our go-to snacks for a perfect film night. From Kitty’s love of the Prince Charles Cinema and the Everyman on the Canal to Immi’s soft spot for Dog Day Afternoon at the Curzon, we talk about...

Join us for a mid-awards season catch-up as we break down and debrief the recent BAFTA Awards — covering the big wins, standout nominations, and key categories. We’ll also be looking ahead to the approaching Actors Awards and next month’s Academy Awards, sharing our predictions and where we think the top honours will land. Films mentioned: Marty Supreme, Sinners, One Battle after Another, I Swear,...

Have you been enjoying Season 2 of The Artful Dodger ?  Join us for a conversation with the actress behind Fanny herself, Lucy-Rose Leonard. She shares insights into Fanny’s development into a series lead for Season 2, her filming experiences, the differences between working in Australia and London, and her incredible journey breaking into the film and TV industries in two different countries.

Join us for an in-depth conversation about the significance of short films in the industry as we shine a lens on the BAFTA-qualifying London Short Film Festival.  In this episode, we had the privilege to interview two key names behind LSFF: Artistic Director and Co-founder, Philip Ilson, and film programmer and curator, Lucy Peters. 

This week, we’re joined by the brilliant George Somner for a deep and wide-ranging conversation about creativity, filmmaking, and the journey of finding your voice in the industry. We start by sharing what we’ve all been watching this year, chatting about the difference between scary films and slashers, and diving into Kitty’s surprising new love for Cars . George talks about some of his favourite...

This week, we’re joined by the brilliant Meghan Treadway for a rich and honest conversation about creativity, resilience, and the life of an artist. We chat about what we’ve all been watching lately, the films that have stayed with Meghan, and her love for good television. She shares her favourite cinema hot takes, along with the moments that shaped her career and the lessons that continue to guid...

This week, we’re joined by the wonderful actor Yali Topol Margalith for a thoughtful and inspiring episode all about acting, storytelling, and finding your place in the industry. Yali takes us through her journey from theatre to film, sharing what it was like stepping into her roles in The Tattooist of Auschwitz and A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder . We talk about her favourite movies, what she’s bee...

Tune in with your Always on Film hosts Lou, Immi, and Kitty as we dive into our favourite films and the latest on our watchlists. Each week, we’re building our own film-centered space where we can laugh, debate, and celebrate the stories that move us. From timeless classics to hidden gems and everything in between, we’ll explore what makes cinema so endlessly fascinating and personal. In this week...

In this episode, we discuss our recent watches and dive into all our favourite Christmas movies, including a debate about which films truly deserve the top spot during the festive season. We also reflect on our favourite films of 2025 and talk about the biggest movies and shows from late 2025. Thank you so much for tuning in, and keep an eye on all major platforms for access to our Season 1 episod...