Poor Things Interviews feat. Emma Stone, Willem Dafoe, Mark Ruffalo and Ramy Youssef
Mar 29, 2024
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Emma Stone, Willem Dafoe, Mark Ruffalo, and Ramy Youssef discuss their experiences working on 'Poor Things', including set design challenges and unexpected offers. They also explore the complexities of their characters, navigating British accents, and dancing through absurdity in comedic scenes.
Detailed production design in 'Poor Things' enhances storytelling and character dynamics in alternative Victorian London setting.
Director Jorgos Lanthamos's flexible filming approach fosters collaborative environment for natural performances in the eccentric film.
Deep dives
Film Synopsis and Unique Characters
The podcast episode delves into the film 'Poor Things,' set in an alternative Victorian London, focusing on Max McCandless becoming an assistant to the eccentric Dr. Godwood Baxter. The character Bella Baxter, with the body of an adult and the mind of a child, challenges societal norms and experiences life uniquely. The movie features stars like Emma Stone, Willem Dafoe, and Mark Ruffalo in a fantasy-comedy theme.
Production Design and Set Details
The discussion highlights the intricate production design of 'Poor Things,' particularly emphasizing the detailed sets, like Willem Dafoe's character's scientific laboratory. The luxurious and elaborate set designs contribute to creating a complete and immersive world for the film, enhancing the storytelling and character dynamics within the Victorian London setting.
Director's Unique Approach and Actor's Performances
The podcast explores the director Jorgos Lanthamos's distinctive approach, focusing on his flexibility and spontaneity in filming without rigid shot lists or storyboards. The actors, including Emma Stone and Mark Ruffalo, commend Jorgos for creating a collaborative and free environment on set, allowing for natural and organic performances that capture the essence of the eccentric and unconventional film 'Poor Things.'
While Ali's been poorly of late, we're not going to let you down podcast-wise, no no no - so here are some Poor Things interviews we didn't include on Screen Time back when the film was first released in the UK back in January. And it's perfect timing (sort of) with the film now on streaming, so it's almost as if we planned it, eh? Plus: have you heard about Robot Dreams? It's this adorable and wonderful and thoroughly excellent animation Ali's very keen on, check it out, go on.
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