

Joe Wright - Director
4 snips Aug 1, 2021
Team Deakins interviews director Joe Wright, known for films like Atonement and Darkest Hour. Wright shares his love for the craft of filmmaking, the importance of casting and rehearsals, and his collaboration with cinematographers. He discusses why he chose to direct The Darkest Hour and the value of working with the same crew and actors for comfort and vulnerability on set.
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Introduction
00:00 • 6min
Joe Wright's Early Films and Inspirations
05:45 • 7min
From Small Films to the BBC
12:18 • 23min
Working with the Homeless Community in a Film about Mental Health
34:53 • 4min
Contrasting Experiences: Working in Britain/Europe vs LA
39:15 • 2min
Choosing a Cinematographer Based on Cinematic Vision and Personal Compatibility
40:48 • 2min
Comfort and Vulnerability on Set
42:43 • 2min
The Motivation Behind 'Darkest Hour'
44:59 • 21min