Jessie Buckley

Join Jessie Buckley, an acclaimed Irish actress portraying Agnes in Hamnet, and Paul Mescal, known for his dramatic roles, as they delve into the emotional depth of their film collaboration. They share insights on Chloe Zhao's intuitive directing and the creative freedom they experienced on set. Then, screenwriter James Vanderbilt discusses his compelling courtroom drama, Nuremberg, revealing the emotional intensity of directing long takes and the use of real Holocaust footage to evoke authenticity. A mix of artistry and history awaits!

Jessie Buckley, the award-winning actress, shares insights about her role as Agnes in the film adaptation of Maggie O'Farrell’s Hamnet, highlighting how she approached the character with a shamanistic language inspired by dreams. She discusses reclaiming Anne Hathaway's story as a powerful figure against Shakespeare's shadow. Alongside critics Bidisha Mamata and Mark Ravenhill, they analyze the film's emotional depth, including its exploration of grief and compelling performances, including that of young Jacoby Jupe as Hamnet.

Jessie Buckley, an acclaimed Irish actor known for her roles in Wild Rose and The Lost Daughter, chats with Stephen about her latest film Hamnet, where she portrays Shakespeare's wife. They discuss how dancing to Rihanna on set kept morale high amidst heavy themes of love and grief. Buckley dives into the power of dreams in acting, sharing techniques like journaling and lucid dreaming to enhance her characters. She also reflects on her first performance at the Globe and her upcoming project with Maggie Gyllenhaal.