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Girls On Film

Anna Smith
Girls On Film Awards
Women In Film
Mr. & Mrs. Smith
Female Representation
Barbie
Female Representation In Film
Love Lies Bleeding
Maestro
Gender Dynamics
Vulnerability
Wicked Little Letters
Kokomo City
Bottoms
My Lady Jane
Blink Twice
Donald Glover
Feminism
Production Design
Desperately Seeking Susan
Leonard Bernstein

Girls On Film is a film review podcast from a female perspective, hosted by film critic and broadcaster Anna Smith and produced by co-founder Hedda Archbold at HLA Agency

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes205Founded7 years ago
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Latest Episodes

In this special live episode of Girls On Film, host Anna Smith sits down with the creative team behind Hedda, the daring new film from acclaimed director Nia DaCosta, also known for Candyman and The Marvels. Recorded live on 13 October 2025 at Pictur... more

In this episode of Girls On Film, we bring you a live-recorded Q&A from our Girls On Film BFI LFF For Free panel, recorded on Thursday, 16 October at 2:00 PM at BFI Southbank. Host Anna Smith speaks with: - Iain Forsyth and Jane Pollard, directors an... more

This episode of Girls On Film is dedicated to BAFTA and Oscar contender, The Second Time Around. The film tells a complex, sensitive, universal story, and you can watch it on Channel 4 now. Anna talks to the two stars of the film: Caroline Goodall, b... more

On this episode of Girls On Film, Anna Smith sits down with the creative team behind the British-Italian film Brides, which is the directorial debut of Nadia Fall. They discuss teenage friendship, the inspirations and themes that shaped the story, an... more

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Recent Guests

Nia DaCosta
Writer, director and producer known for Hedda and Candyman.
Episode: Ep 205: Tessa Thompson, Nia DaCosta, Nina Hoss & Imogen Poots on gender and race in the film Hedda
Nina Hoss
Actor playing Eileen, formerly Eilert in Ibsen's original play.
Episode: Ep 205: Tessa Thompson, Nia DaCosta, Nina Hoss & Imogen Poots on gender and race in the film Hedda
Imogen Poots
Actor playing Thea, known for her quiet strength.
Episode: Ep 205: Tessa Thompson, Nia DaCosta, Nina Hoss & Imogen Poots on gender and race in the film Hedda
Shih-Ching Tsou
Director and co-writer of Left-Handed Girl, a film about a single mother and her daughters in Taiwan.
Independent Filmmaker
Episode: Ep 204: Festivals Special: Shih-Ching Tsou, Jane Pollard & Iain Forsyth at BFI LFF + EMIFF preview
Jane Pollard
Co-director of Broken English, an experimental documentary about the rock icon Marianne Faithfull.
Duplass Brothers Productions
Episode: Ep 204: Festivals Special: Shih-Ching Tsou, Jane Pollard & Iain Forsyth at BFI LFF + EMIFF preview
Iain Forsyth
Co-director of Broken English, an experimental documentary about the rock icon Marianne Faithfull.
Duplass Brothers Productions
Episode: Ep 204: Festivals Special: Shih-Ching Tsou, Jane Pollard & Iain Forsyth at BFI LFF + EMIFF preview
Caroline Goodall
An accomplished actress known for her roles in 'The Princess Diaries' and 'Hook'
Episode: Ep 203: Caroline Goodall and Hannah Onslow explore love and loss in The Second Time Around
Hannah Onslow
Actress featured in 'Empire of Light' and the BBC series 'This City Is Ours'
Episode: Ep 203: Caroline Goodall and Hannah Onslow explore love and loss in The Second Time Around
Jack Howard
Writer and director of 'The Second Time Around'
Episode: Ep 203: Caroline Goodall and Hannah Onslow explore love and loss in The Second Time Around

Host

Anna Smith
Film critic and broadcaster known for her expertise in female representation in cinema. Anna engages in thoughtful discussions with guests about their work and the industry's evolution regarding women's roles.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 152 ratings
  • I look forward to this

    Every episode inspires me to watch more films, learn about what goes in to making films and hearing from many fascinating and talented women

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Heavenlyce
    United States3 years ago
  • Big respect to Anna and GoF!

    Anna Smith and her team deserve all the awards they have quite rightly accrued with this long running podcast. It attracts the crème de la crème of female film talent and champions many on their way up. Always engaging and thought provoking, this is the number one place to hear about the ever growing world of female film talent. Feminist film chat at its best.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wenamaroo
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Feminism and film - love it!

    What a brilliant podcast. Discovered it recently from a recommendation and really enjoying to Anna and her incredible guests having such candid and intelligent conversations! Really wish more films were made by women for women. ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FriedGreenChillies
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • More please

    Love this podcast. WHY ISN'T IT A TV SHOW? It’s the sort of interviews you crave on TV but only get a minute of. Fantastic anecdotes on films and behind-the-scenes showbiz. Anna the host comes across as informative and insightful, her questions get the sort of answers you don’t hear elsewhere. Her guests are reliably interesting. Thought-provoking and fun – my favourite combination! More please, thanks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GirlPower😘
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • The female gaze.

    Girls On Film is an excellent podcast, and one I was happy to stumble across as I looked for a bit more variety in my podcast listening selection. I appreciate the conversation being further removed from the male gaze than 95% of movie podcasts out there, and it’s generally spoiler-free and very engaging.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tylerandjack
    United Kingdom3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Reviewers commend Anna Smith for her thoughtful interviewing style and lively discussions that promote underrepresented voices in the film industry.
Listeners praise the podcast for its unique focus on female perspectives in film, often highlighting the engaging conversations and insights from the guests.
The show is regarded as a leading platform for discussing women's roles in cinema, appealing to those interested in feminist film narratives.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#233
Netherlands/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#245
Israel/TV & Film

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep 205: Tessa Thompson, Nia DaCosta, Nina Hoss & Imogen Poots on gender and race in the film Hedda
Q: What do you want audiences to be left with after watching this film?
A bittersweet feeling, with the understanding that despite the challenges, we must keep trying and smile through the struggles.
Ep 205: Tessa Thompson, Nia DaCosta, Nina Hoss & Imogen Poots on gender and race in the film Hedda
Q: What brought you to this incredible project?
Tessa Thompson expresses her long-standing interest in Ibsen's work and the excitement of working with Nia DaCosta on this adaptation.
Ep 205: Tessa Thompson, Nia DaCosta, Nina Hoss & Imogen Poots on gender and race in the film Hedda
Q: Can you explain the provenance of Eileen, because Eileen wasn't originally Eileen, right?
Eileen was originally a male character named Eilert Löwbog, the gender switch allows for a deeper, more charged exploration of the character's struggles and background.
Ep 202: Exploring Brides with Nadia Fall, Safiyya Ingar, Suhayla El-Bushra, and Nicky Bentham
Q: Can you tell me any particular highlights of working with her and her co-stars on the shoot, obviously serious subject matter, but there must have been some fun moments?
The director highlights the blend of humor and seriousness during the shoot, showcasing how the cast bonded and supported each other through challenging moments.
Ep 202: Exploring Brides with Nadia Fall, Safiyya Ingar, Suhayla El-Bushra, and Nicky Bentham
Q: Can we have another round of applause for how great you are in this film?
The actress receives a heartfelt compliment about her performance in the film, signifying her impact in the role.

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A film review podcast that focuses on female perspectives in cinema, featuring engaging discussions with prominent women in the film industry. Recent episodes showcase a variety of topics, including feminist filmmaking, female representation in the action genre, and the importance of authentic storytelling in film. The show emphasizes the contributions of women and marginalized voices in cinema, often highlighting films created by or about women. Listeners can expect thoughtful conversations that challenge traditional narratives and promote inclusivity in film, making it a unique platform for those interested in women's roles both in front of and behind the camera.

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Girls On Film launched 7 years ago and published 205 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Girls On Film include:

1. Nia DaCosta
2. Nina Hoss
3. Imogen Poots
4. Shih-Ching Tsou
5. Jane Pollard
6. Iain Forsyth
7. Caroline Goodall
8. Hannah Onslow

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