Kermode on Film Kermode on Film

Jason Isaacs says hello and Imran Peretta talks about his feature ISH

Aug 4, 2026 · 42m

Summary

In this live MK3D episode, Mark Kermode discusses Imran Perretta’s film *Ish*, exploring its origins in art installations, its unique soundtrack, and themes of youth and loss in Luton. Actor Jason Isaacs then joins to discuss his passion for tennis, recent projects like *The White Lotus* and *Event Horizon*, and his approach to acting.

Topics discussed

Introduction and Ish trailer Trailer for Ish and initial reactions Nick Rowland on his background and The Destructors Discussion on the soundtrack and music concrete Themes of coming-of-age and setting in Luton Casting first-time actors Farhan and Sam Influences: Lynne Ramsay and Rat Catcher Future projects and closing with Nick Rowland Jason Isaacs joins and discusses tennis Acting as a group exercise vs individual sport Jason Isaacs on The White Lotus and Mike White Working with Guy Ritchie and Tomb Raider Indie film Silverback and Dublin accent Event Horizon legacy and Sam Neill AI in filmmaking and future of cinema Outro and Kermode and Mayo's Take promo
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