#620 — Jerry Bruckheimer, M. Night Shyamalan & Ishana Night Shyamalan, Viggo Mortensen
Jun 7, 2024
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Legendary producer Jerry Bruckheimer shares secrets of success, Ishana Night Shyamalan discusses horror film The Watched, Viggo Mortensen talks about his Western film The Dead Don't Hurt. Hosts chat about best glasses in movies, movie news, and review latest releases.
Jerry Bruckheimer shares success secrets in cinema production.
M. Night Shyamalan and Ishana Night Shyamalan discuss new horror film.
Viggo Mortensen's unexpected dual role in 'The Dead Don't Hurt'.
Efficiency as an actor boosted by Mortensen's dual director-actor role.
Non-linear storytelling in film inspired by character's origin and journey.
Deep dives
Alien Horror in Romulus
Director Fede Alvarez teases an eerie mix of horror and suspense in Romulus, set between Alien and Aliens. The film promises gnarly body horror and a return to the classic alien aesthetic, aiming to revive the franchise's eerie essence.
Venom: Offbeat Entertainment
Venom: Let There Be Carnage promises an offbeat and humorous ride for audiences. While the CG-heavy action scenes may be a bit overdone, the dynamic between Eddie and Venom adds a quirky twist to the usual superhero fare.
Avengers 5 Director Rumors
Rumors suggest that Sean Levy could take the reins for Avengers 5, showcasing Marvel's faith in the Deadpool Wolverine director. With his experience and style, Levy seems capable of steering the Avengers franchise into its next phase.
Beatles Movie Casting Rumors
Speculations around the Beatles biopic casting suggest Harris Dickinson, Paul Mezcal, Barry Keoghan, and Charlie Rowe as potential leads. While some controversy surrounds the choices, the young talents show promise in carrying each character's story.
Tribute to Jeanette Charles
In memory of Jeanette Charles, renowned for her portrayal of Queen Elizabeth II in films like The Naked Gun, her passing marks the end of an era for Queen impersonations. Her dedication and talent brought a unique charm to her performances.
Tribute to Scott
A tribute to Scott...
Figo's Unexpected Role
Figo Mortensen had not planned on starring in the movie but circumstances led him to take on the role. Initially, he was only set to direct, but due to unforeseen circumstances with another actor, he ended up acting alongside Vicky Krieps. This decision added a note of wistfulness to the character, making the film more intriguing.
Surprising Efficiency in Acting
As both the director and actor in the film, Figo Mortensen found himself more efficient as an actor due to the dual role. Being fully immersed in the scene while interacting with fellow actors helped him deliver authentic performances. This efficiency allowed for fewer takes and a more relaxed and present acting approach.
Storytelling Structure and Inspiration
The non-linear storytelling structure in the movie was inspired by the character's origin and journey. Figo Mortensen began with a vision of a young girl in a forest, which sparked the development of the narrative. He decided to unfold the story in a non-linear fashion to create anticipation and engage the audience.
Western Influence and Preparation
Immersed in the world of Western films, Figo Mortensen watched hundreds of Western movies to prepare for directing 'The Dead Don't Hurt'. This deep dive enriched his understanding of the genre and inspired various elements of the film's setting and character development. Through meticulous preparation and analysis, Mortensen crafted a narrative that honored the Western tradition while infusing his unique storytelling approach.
It's another bumper, jam-packed edition of the Empire Podcast this week, folks, with four wonderful guests. First, legendary producer Jerry Bruckheimer, who has both Young Woman And The Sea and Bad Boys: Ride Or Die in cinemas right now, shares some of the secrets of his success with Alex Godfrey. [21:13 - 38:36 approx] Then, John Nugent has an audience with the Shyamalans — Ishana Night Shyamalan, writer and director of new horror, The Watched (aka The Watchers in the States), and her producer/second unit director, her father M. Night Shyamalan. [1:00:25 - 1:18:40 approx] And finally Chris Hewitt sits down on Zoom with the great Viggo Mortensen, who writes, directs, composes and stars in this week's Western, The Dead Don't Hurt. If you know anyone who worked at the Australian video store Viggo mentions in this interview, let us know. [1:35:41 - 1:55:06 approx] Either side of all that, Chris dials into the podbooth where Helen O'Hara and James Dyer are waiting, so they can discuss the best glasses in movies, chat about the week's movie news, including rumoured casting for Sam Mendes' Beatles biopics, and review Bad Boys: Ride Or Die, Ron Howard's documentary Jim Henson: Idea Man, The Dead Don't Hurt, and Hit Man, now that it's on Netflix. Enjoy!
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