
 The Director’s Cut - A DGA Podcast
 The Director’s Cut - A DGA Podcast The Pale Blue Eye with Scott Cooper and David O. Russell (Ep. 401)
 Jan 12, 2023 
 Director Scott Cooper and fellow director David O. Russell discuss the film "The Pale Blue Eye" in a Q&A session. Topics include the importance of restraint in period movies, collaboration with Christian Bale, and creating an immersive experience for the audience. The film explores the murder of a West Point cadet and enlists the help of a young Edgar Allan Poe. They also discuss the incredible cast and cinematography, powerful performances, and shooting the film's fiery ending. 
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 Introduction 
 00:00 • 2min 
 Exploring Edgar Allan Poe's Journey at West Point 
 01:51 • 6min 
 The Incredible Cast and Cinematography 
 07:36 • 6min 
 Powerful Performances and Character Transformations 
 13:27 • 13min 
 Shooting the Flaming Ending and its Significance in the Film 
 26:01 • 2min 
 Discussion on the beauty and immersion of the film, and the importance of landscape and location 
 28:23 • 3min 
