Literally! With Rob Lowe Filmmaker Gavin O’Connor: Theatre Rat
Apr 24, 2025
Gavin O'Connor, a notable filmmaker behind hits like Miracle and The Accountant, joins the conversation. He shares fascinating stories about casting Kurt Russell and highlights his collaborative journey with Ben Affleck. O'Connor reflects on his theater roots, the art of storytelling, and the significant performances that influenced him. He also discusses his latest project, The Accountant 2, and the challenges of navigating creativity in today's film industry. Prepare for an engaging dialogue full of cinematic insights and personal anecdotes!
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Fresh Collaboration on The Americans
- Gavin O’Connor describes the fresh, innocent collaboration with Joe Weisberg on the TV show The Americans.
- Joe's lack of prior production experience allowed him not to interfere with Gavin's directorial vision.
Casting Matthew Rhys Against Type
- Gavin O’Connor shares how he cast Matthew Rhys in The Americans despite initial resistance due to Rhys’s previous roles.
- A pivotal intense scene with Keri Russell helped seal the part for Rhys.
Definitive Hockey Films and Male Energy
- Slapshot and Miracle are the definitive hockey movies, with Slapshot featuring one of Paul Newman’s best roles.
- The films capture a male, authentic essence that’s rare in sports movies today.
