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in Emmys, Interviews, TVInterview: ‘Yellowjackets’ Star Sophie Nélisse Talks Shauna & Jackie’s ‘Heartbreaking’ Friendship
While watching Yellowjackets, it is easy to get lost in the mystery, suspense and drama of the survival story. Beneath the surface what we have here is a very unique character study which explores its characters from at two very different points in their lives. The series tells the story of a girls’ high school […] More
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in Interviews, TV
Interview: ‘Yellowjackets’ Star Melanie Lynskey On Shauna’s Repressed Trauma, ‘Candy,’ & Fame
Melanie Lynskey is an actress whose incredible work so many people have loved over her near-thirty year career (including Joey, as you can see here in a chat with her last year). Yet, it is possible that you have recognize her face and performances, but still may not know her name. It is something that […] More
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Film Review: ‘Don’t Look Up’ Satirically Depicts Half of America Getting the Entire World Killed
There are two kinds of Adam McKay movies. Earlier on in his career, the films he made were big comedies. Recently, however, he’s transitioned towards more of a middle ground between comedy and drama. Essentially, McKay’s work has an added bite or punch to it now. The Big Short won him an Academy Award, while […] More
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Interview: Melanie Lynskey Chats About Acting and Being the ‘Lady of the Manor’
It isn’t easy to do comedy. Just as a comedian. Moreover, ask a dramatic actor or actress. A few weeks ago, while attending the 2021 Toronto International Film Festival, I did just that with Melanie Lynskey. Much like my interview with Justin Long (found here), we were talking Lady of the Manor, Long’s directorial debut. […] More
