The Empire Film Podcast The Sound Of Burning Felt (ft. guests Jennifer Lawrence & Lynne Ramsay; Elle Fanning & Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi; Sean Bean & Daniel Day-Lewis)
Nov 7, 2025
This week features acclaimed director Lynne Ramsay, known for 'You Were Never Really Here,' discussing her unique approach to 'Die, My Love' and the emotional landscapes of her films. Actor Elle Fanning shares insights on her role in 'Predator: Badlands,' diving into the intriguing world of synth characters and her on-set experiences. The conversation is filled with creative challenges, cinematic visions, and the art of storytelling that connects both actors and directors in captivating ways.
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The House Plays A Psychological Role
- Lynne Ramsay treats the house as a character that encroaches on the protagonist's mind.
- The film uses location and framing to mirror the heroine's mental unraveling.
Scorsese Email Sparked The Project
- Jennifer Lawrence screamed and called her parents when Martin Scorsese emailed her about the book adaptation.
- She later persuaded Lynne Ramsay to direct because she felt Ramsay was the only poetic director suited to the material.
Eureka Moment In The Field
- Ramsay improvised a dusk scene by crawling into the grass after spotting beautiful light and asked Jennifer and Robert to film there.
- The resulting moment became a pivotal, intimate beat where Jackson truly meets Grace.
