Always On Film

8: Always on: BAFTAs – Mid-Awards Season Reflections and Our Oscar Predictions

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, Sentimental Value, Ice Age, The Testament of Anne Lee, Shrek, Hamnet

7: Always on: Lucy-Rose Leonard - From The Artful Dodger Season 2 to Working Across Australia and London

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.

6: Always on: London Short Film Festival – Why Short Films are So Important and Changing the Industry

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. 

5: Always on: George Somner - On Starting Production Company ‘13:8 Films’ and Finding the Balance

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 films from both a technical and performance perspective, including how he once tweeted producers just to get access to certain movies. We explore underrated films, our fascination with director Ruben Östlund, and the many layers that make storytelling so compelling.George opens up about how he began his career and how patience and persistence helped him find his footing as an actor. He reflects on how his approach to creativity has evolved, the balance between control and surrender in acting, and the lessons that have shaped him as both an artist and a producer.We also talk about 13:8 Films, the production company George founded, and his experiences working on short films such as Peter, Man Code, and Starboy. He shares insights into funding, collaboration, and what it means to build something with other creatives who share your passion. The conversation touches on finding a healthy balance between acting and producing, how to approach pre-production and production with intention, and the importance of feeling safe and supported within the industry. We finish by discussing the power of short films, their role in storytelling, and why short film festivals continue to matter so much for emerging voices.

4: Always on: Meghan Treadway - on Teaching the Next Generation of Actors, Trusting the Process and Why Crime is such a Timeless Staple in the Industry

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 guide her.Meghan opens up about the early days of her journey, from drama school to her time on the West End in Witness for the Prosecution, and her experience on screen in Murder Before Evening Song. We explore how those two worlds differ beyond just stage versus screen, and how she prepares and stays grounded through each process.We also talk about rejection and setbacks, how to keep going when things get hard, and how to reconnect with the joy of creating. Meghan shares her thoughts on what art truly means to artists, what she’s learned from teaching young actors, and why it’s so important to step back from pressure and comparison.She reflects on her experiences within the UK’s crime genre, the types of characters she hopes to portray next, and gives a special mention to playwright Ava Pickett as one to watch. The episode closes with advice for any creatives finding their way in the industry and a reminder that comparison really is the thief of joy.