Seasons & Episodes
The Romcom
Mark begins with one of the most popular genres of all, the classic romantic comedy. They are sometimes sneered at by cr
The Heist
This time it is the turn of the heist movie, with its unique combination of suspense and action. Whether it is the big b
Coming of Age
Mark explores the genre that captures the joy and pain of growing up - the coming-of-age movie. It is the most universal
Science Fiction
Mark explores the most visionary of all genres - science fiction, and shows how film-makers have risen to the challenge
Horror
Mark Kermode reveals the cinematic tricks and techniques used to create classic horror films, from The Phantom of the Op
Superheroes
From flying saviour figures in primary-coloured costumes to brooding nocturnal vigilantes, the superhero movie has spawn
British history movies
'History', says Mark Kermode, 'is the quintessential British film genre'. America may have its great outdoors for road m
Spies
Mark Kermode explores one of the most distinctive and popular genres of all. The spy movie plays on our paranoia and fee
British Comedy
In a revealing look at one of the defining genres of British cinema, Mark argues that comedy films win laughs by tapping
Pop Music Movies
Mark looks at a genre combining his twin passions; music & movies. Pop movies encompass many forms, from drama and comed
Cult Movies
Mark Kermode invites you on an entertaining journey into the weird and wonderful world of cult movies, filled with some
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