Woodstock Film Festival 2023 Panel: Actors Who Direct with Steve Buscemi and Matthew Modine

More and more actors choose to also work behind the camera as directors, and/or producers of narrative films, television series, and experimental shorts, along with other genres and formats. Hear what compels them to work behind the camera, and how different those experiences are.

SPEAKERS:
Steve Buscemi -  Steve Buscemi is an actor, writer, director and producer. He starred in HBO's Boardwalk Empire, which garnered him a Golden Globe® Award, two Screen Actors Guild Awards, and two Emmy® nominations. His directing work includes the films Trees Lounge and Interview, and TV series including The Sopranos, which earned him Emmy® and DGA Award nominations, 30 Rock, Nurse Jackie, Portlandia, and Love. He currently co-stars opposite Daniel Radcliffe in the TBS anthology series Miracle Workers.

Matthew Modine- Matthew Modine’s iconic portrayals in films such as Alan Parker’s Birdy, Louden Swain in Vision Quest, Stanley Kubrick’s Full Metal Jacket, and Dr. Martin “Papa” Brenner in the global phenomenon Stranger Things have cemented Matthew’s legacy in the entertainment industry. Recent star turns include Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer and Retribution opposite Liam Neeson.

MODERATOR:
Mary Stuart Masterson - Mary Stuart Masterson’s 4-decade film, TV, and theater career includes roles in AT CLOSE RANGE, SOME KIND OF WONDERFUL, IMMEDIATE FAMILY (National Board of Review Award), FRIED GREEN TOMATOES, BENNY AND JOON as well as the Broadway musical NINE (Tony Award nomination). Her recent film credits include DANIEL ISN'T, THE SENIOR, and BORROWED TIME.

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