Sigourney Weaver

Join the legendary Sigourney Weaver, known for her iconic roles in Alien and Avatar, as she shares hilarious insights into her career and the film industry. She discusses the preparations for physically demanding stunts, like parkour and underwater filming, while reflecting on the influence of her character Ripley in empowering strong women on screen. The conversation is sprinkled with anecdotes about her experiences and the importance of storytelling, making for an entertaining blend of laughter and nostalgia.

Veteran actress Sigourney Weaver, known for iconic roles in Alien and Avatar, shares fascinating insights into her career. She describes her cherished New York caroling traditions and the immersive experience of playing Kiri through motion capture. Weaver reflects on her transformative role as Prospero in The Tempest and recalls her early days under the mentorship of John Gielgud. With playful stories about Kevin Kline and candid admissions about facing harsh criticism at Yale, Sigourney’s journey showcases resilience and creativity.

In a fascinating conversation, iconic actress Sigourney Weaver, known for her legendary roles in 'Ghostbusters' and 'Aliens,' joins convicted murderer Alexander Williams, who idolizes her as a divine figure. They delve into his unique ritualistic beliefs and the profound psychological impact she has had on him during his time on death row. The discussion traverses themes of obsession, childhood trauma, and the complex interplay between cinema and real-life consequences, all underscored by the battle between good and evil.

Sean "Diddy" Combs, a music mogul known for shaping hip-hop culture, discusses his serious legal troubles, revealing a stark contrast between his glitzy life and the reality of impending arrest. Sigourney Weaver, the acclaimed sci-fi actress, is spotlighted in anticipation of her connection to the 'Alien' franchise. The conversation also dives into the cultural impact of iconic TV shows, sparking nostalgia and emotional reflections from listeners about beloved series like 'Seinfeld' and 'The Sopranos'.

Multiple generations of audiences love Sigourney Weaver, whether it’s because of Ghostbusters or Avatar or Working Girl or the Alien franchise or all of the above. But Sigourney tells Marc she never imagined having a film career and in fact resisted it for a long time, preferring instead to work primarily in theater. And now, with movies like The Good House, Call Jane, Master Gardener and the Avatar sequel all releasing in theaters this Fall, Sigourney talks about how she’s never felt more comfortable working in film than she does now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.