The Director’s Cut - A DGA Podcast

Nickel Boys with RaMell Ross and Channing Godfrey Peoples (Ep. 501)

Nov 18, 2024
RaMell Ross, a visionary film director celebrated for his poetic depiction of Black life in the South, joins Channing Godfrey Peoples to discuss their powerful film, Nickel Boys. They delve into the creative challenges of adapting Colson Whitehead's novel while honoring its essence. The pair explore the abstract portrayal of violence, emphasizing emotional truths over graphic depictions. They also highlight the film's aesthetic beauty, complex narratives, and innovative use of symbolism, particularly the significance of alligators in representing historical injustices.
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