Wild Card with Rachel Martin Celine Song is troubled by love
Jul 10, 2025
Celine Song, a talented film director known for 'Past Lives' and 'Materialists,' shares her creative journey and insights about love. She emphasizes the power of slowing down, savoring silence, and viewing meals as sacred moments. The conversation touches on embracing laziness for creativity, navigating the emotional complexities of intimacy, and expressing love through words. Celine also reflects on transformative experiences in filmmaking and the unexpected life lessons learned from cockroaches, injecting humor and wisdom into her artistic narrative.
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Early Directing Instinct
- Celine Song shared a childhood memory of directing adults to look at a camcorder, showing early signs of her directing instinct.
- She was bossy as the eldest daughter and learned to command attention to survive and lead.
Freelance Artist's Reality
- The freelance artist life is uncertain and can feel like being unemployed until a big paycheck arrives.
- This lifestyle requires comfort with unpredictability and redefining identity beyond productivity.
The Power of Laziness
- Laziness holds important power, especially for freelance artists needing breaks.
- Taking breaks during dark moods or unproductive times is necessary for mental health and creativity.