The Empire Film Podcast Daniel Day-Lewis, Sean Bean, & Ronan Day-Lewis On Anemone: An Empire Podcast Interview Special
Nov 10, 2025
Daniel Day-Lewis, a three-time Oscar winner known for his roles in iconic films, joins fellow actor Sean Bean, celebrated for his intense performances, alongside Ronan Day-Lewis, making his directorial debut with Anemone. They dive into the challenges of acting and directing, with Daniel sharing insights on his return to film after eight years. Ronan discusses balancing personal stories with surreal imagery, directorial dynamics with his father, and capturing authenticity in the film's violence, creating a unique blend of intimacy and cosmic themes.
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Found Ruin Became Authentic Cabin
- The cabin set was discovered as a ruin in a clearing and repurposed rather than rebuilt, giving it authentic lived-in detail.
- The production stuffed hessian sacks and fabrics into the roof and let dust and particles fill the air to create atmosphere.
Fallow Time Recharges Creativity
- Daniel Day-Lewis says intentional gaps between projects rejuvenate his creativity and imagination.
- He treats time away as essential fallow periods to return with fresh energy and ideas.
Use Craftwork To Reset Your Mind
- Use intense, hands-on crafts to lose yourself and reach a meditative state outside your main profession.
- Daniel Day-Lewis recommends such work as a way to free the ego and deepen creative focus.