Interviews with Movie Directors and Screenwriters
Collection of interviews with movie directors and screenwriters, including directors of feature films and TV shows.
JJ Abrams - "Mission Impossible 3"
Interview Date: February 2006, Subjects: "Mission Impossible 3," visual effects, Tom Cruise, and directing action sequences.
Interview Date: February 2006, Subjects: "Mission Impossible 3," visual effects, Tom Cruise, and directing action sequences.
JJ Abrams Interview - "Star Trek"
Interview Date: October 2006, Subjects: Disney, "Star Trek," and Matt Damon.
Interview Date: October 2006, Subjects: Disney, "Star Trek," and Matt Damon.
Joey Lauren Adams - "Come Early Morning"
Interview Date: November 2006, Subjects: "Come Early Morning," making her writing and directorial debut, and the autobiographical aspects of the script.
Interview Date: November 2006, Subjects: "Come Early Morning," making her writing and directorial debut, and the autobiographical aspects of the script.
Ben Affleck - "Gone Baby Gone"
Interview Date: September 2007, Subjects: "Gone Baby Gone," casting his brother Casey, and the moral dilemma posed in the film.
Interview Date: September 2007, Subjects: "Gone Baby Gone," casting his brother Casey, and the moral dilemma posed in the film.
Alexandre Aja - "High Tension"
Interview Date: May 2005, Subjects: "High Tension," his love of horror movies, and "The Hills Have Eyes."
Interview Date: May 2005, Subjects: "High Tension," his love of horror movies, and "The Hills Have Eyes."
Alexandre Aja - "The Hills Have Eyes"
Interview Date: March 2006, Subjects: "The Hills Have Eyes," remakes, violence and gore, and "The Waiting."
Interview Date: March 2006, Subjects: "The Hills Have Eyes," remakes, violence and gore, and "The Waiting."
Woody Allen - "Vicky Cristina Barcelona"
Interview Date: August 2008, Subjects: "Vicky Cristina Barcelona," his cast, filming in Barcelona, and writing for women.
Interview Date: August 2008, Subjects: "Vicky Cristina Barcelona," his cast, filming in Barcelona, and writing for women.
Alejandro Amenabar - "The Sea Inside"
Interview Date: December 2004, Subjects: "The Sea Inside," Javier Bardem, and why he chose to tackle this story.
Interview Date: December 2004, Subjects: "The Sea Inside," Javier Bardem, and why he chose to tackle this story.
Paul W S Anderson - "Resident Evil: Extinction"
Interview Date: July 2007, Subjects: "Resident Evil: Extinction," the "Resident Evil" franchise, and being inspired by a video game.
Interview Date: July 2007, Subjects: "Resident Evil: Extinction," the "Resident Evil" franchise, and being inspired by a video game.
Judd Apatow - "40 Year Old Virgin"
Interview Date: April 2005, Subjects: "40 Year Old Virgin," Steve Carell, and being a first time feature film director.
Interview Date: April 2005, Subjects: "40 Year Old Virgin," Steve Carell, and being a first time feature film director.
Judd Apatow - "Fun with Dick and Jane"
Interview Date: December 2005, Subjects: "Fun with Dick and Jane," Jim Carrey, and "The 40 Year Old Virgin."
Interview Date: December 2005, Subjects: "Fun with Dick and Jane," Jim Carrey, and "The 40 Year Old Virgin."
Darren Aronofsky Interview - "The Fountain"
Interview Date: October 2006, Subjects: "The Fountain," the story, the visual effects, and casting Hugh Jackman.
Interview Date: October 2006, Subjects: "The Fountain," the story, the visual effects, and casting Hugh Jackman.
Darren Aronofsky - "The Fountain"
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "The Fountain," the Brad Pitt version versus Hugh Jackman, and the graphic novel.
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "The Fountain," the Brad Pitt version versus Hugh Jackman, and the graphic novel.
Doug Atchison - "Akeelah and the Bee"
Interview Date: April 2006, Subjects: "Akeelah and the Bee," spelling bees, his cast, and writing/directing his first feature film.
Interview Date: April 2006, Subjects: "Akeelah and the Bee," spelling bees, his cast, and writing/directing his first feature film.
Michael Bay - "Transformers"
Interview Date: June 2007, Subjects: "Transformers," the toys, the fans, the effects, and his cast.
Interview Date: June 2007, Subjects: "Transformers," the toys, the fans, the effects, and his cast.
Lisa Bazadona - "Swimming"
Interview Date: July 2002, Subjects: "Swimming," writing a screenplay and the casting process.
Interview Date: July 2002, Subjects: "Swimming," writing a screenplay and the casting process.
Walt Becker - "National Lampoon's Van Wilder"
Interview Date: April 2002, Subjects: "National Lampoon's Van Wilder's," casting Ryan Reynolds, and having the National Lampoon name attached to the finished product.
Interview Date: April 2002, Subjects: "National Lampoon's Van Wilder's," casting Ryan Reynolds, and having the National Lampoon name attached to the finished product.
David Benioff - "The Kite Runner"
Interview Date: December 2007, Subjects: "The Kite Runner," adapting Khaled Hosseini's novel, and "Wolverine."
Interview Date: December 2007, Subjects: "The Kite Runner," adapting Khaled Hosseini's novel, and "Wolverine."
Luc Besson - "Angel-A"
Interview Date: April 2007, Subjects: "Angel-A," choosing black and white, his cast, and upcoming projects.
Interview Date: April 2007, Subjects: "Angel-A," choosing black and white, his cast, and upcoming projects.
Mike Binder - "Man About Town"
Interview Date: March 2007, Subjects: "Man About Town," Ben Affleck, and the film's direct to DVD release.
Interview Date: March 2007, Subjects: "Man About Town," Ben Affleck, and the film's direct to DVD release.
Brad Bird - "Ratatouille"
Interview Date: May 2007, Subjects: "Ratatouille," rats, gourmet food, and his voice cast.
Interview Date: May 2007, Subjects: "Ratatouille," rats, gourmet food, and his voice cast.
H.G. Bissinger - "Friday Night Lights"
Interview Date: October 2004, Subjects: "Friday Night Lights," Texas, and Peter Berg.
Interview Date: October 2004, Subjects: "Friday Night Lights," Texas, and Peter Berg.
Tony Bill - "Flyboys"
Interview Date: July 2006, Subjects: "Flyboys," the story, and the use of real planes and CG.
Interview Date: July 2006, Subjects: "Flyboys," the story, and the use of real planes and CG.
Holly Black and Tony DiTerlizzi - "The Spiderwick Chronicles"
Interview Date: July 2007, Subjects: "The Spiderwick Chronicles," the film version, and the world of fairies and goblins.
Interview Date: July 2007, Subjects: "The Spiderwick Chronicles," the film version, and the world of fairies and goblins.
Anna Boden/Ryan Fleck - "Half Nelson"
Interview Date: February 2007, Subjects: "Half Nelson," Ryan Gosling, and their writing style.
Interview Date: February 2007, Subjects: "Half Nelson," Ryan Gosling, and their writing style.
Darren Lynn Bousman - "Saw 2"
Interview Date: February 2006, Subjects: "Saw 2," hard R horror films, "Saw 3," and his next movie.
Interview Date: February 2006, Subjects: "Saw 2," hard R horror films, "Saw 3," and his next movie.
Darren Lynn Bousman - "Saw III"
Interview Date: July 2006, Subjects: "Saw III," sequels, the film's tone, and directing but not writing the third movie of the series.
Interview Date: July 2006, Subjects: "Saw III," sequels, the film's tone, and directing but not writing the third movie of the series.
Darren Lynn Bousman - "Saw IV"
Interview Date: June 2007, Subjects: "Saw IV," the "Saw" movies, and "Repo."
Interview Date: June 2007, Subjects: "Saw IV," the "Saw" movies, and "Repo."
Danny Boyle - "Millions"
Interview Date: March 2005, Subjects: "Millions," a "Trainspotting" sequel, and his sci-fi movie, "Sunshine."
Interview Date: March 2005, Subjects: "Millions," a "Trainspotting" sequel, and his sci-fi movie, "Sunshine."
Adam Brooks - "Definitely, Maybe"
Interview Date: February 2008, Subjects: "Definitely, Maybe," romantic comedies, and taking time between each directing project.
Interview Date: February 2008, Subjects: "Definitely, Maybe," romantic comedies, and taking time between each directing project.
William Broyles Jr - "Jarhead"
Interview Date: October 2005, Subjects: "Jarhead" and adapting Anthony Swofford's book.
Interview Date: October 2005, Subjects: "Jarhead" and adapting Anthony Swofford's book.
Chris Buck - "Surf's Up"
Interview Date: May 2007, Subjects: "Surf's Up," penguin movies, his cast, and the mockumentary style.
Interview Date: May 2007, Subjects: "Surf's Up," penguin movies, his cast, and the mockumentary style.
Neil Burger - "The Illusionist"
Interview Date: September 2006, Subjects: "The Illusionist," adapting the short story, releasing the film in August, and casting the movie.
Interview Date: September 2006, Subjects: "The Illusionist," adapting the short story, releasing the film in August, and casting the movie.
Nanette Burstein - "American Teen"
Interview Date: May 2008, Subjects: "American Teen," deciding on where to focus her camera, and editing 10 months of film.
Interview Date: May 2008, Subjects: "American Teen," deciding on where to focus her camera, and editing 10 months of film.
Tim Burton - "Corpse Bride"
Interview Date: September 2005, Subjects: "Corpse Bride," Johnny Depp, and casting Helena Bonham Carter.
Interview Date: September 2005, Subjects: "Corpse Bride," Johnny Depp, and casting Helena Bonham Carter.
Steve Buscemi - "Lonesome Jim"
Interview Date: March 2006, Subjects: "Lonesome Jim," the tone, and the cast.
Interview Date: March 2006, Subjects: "Lonesome Jim," the tone, and the cast.
Andy Cadiff Interview - "Chasing Liberty"
Andy Cadiff talks about his romantic comedy "Chasing Liberty," starring Mandy Moore and British newcomer Matthew Goode.
Andy Cadiff talks about his romantic comedy "Chasing Liberty," starring Mandy Moore and British newcomer Matthew Goode.
Nicolas Cage - "Sonny"
Interview Date: November 2002, Subjects: "Sonny," directing, and Francis Ford Coppola.
Interview Date: November 2002, Subjects: "Sonny," directing, and Francis Ford Coppola.
Martin Campbell - "The Legend of Zorro"
Interview Date: October 2005, Subjects: "The Legend of Zorro," why the sequel took so many years to make, and Daniel Craig as James Bond.
Interview Date: October 2005, Subjects: "The Legend of Zorro," why the sequel took so many years to make, and Daniel Craig as James Bond.
Ethan Canin - "The Emperor's Club"
Interview Date: November 2002, Subjects: "The Emperor's Club," his short story "The Palace Thief," and the spirit of the story vs the film.
Interview Date: November 2002, Subjects: "The Emperor's Club," his short story "The Palace Thief," and the spirit of the story vs the film.
Jonathan Caouette - "Tarnation"
Interview Date: October 2004, Subjects: "Tarnation," exposing his personal life to audiences, and future projects.
Interview Date: October 2004, Subjects: "Tarnation," exposing his personal life to audiences, and future projects.
Joe Carnahan - "Smokin' Aces"
Interview Date: January 2007, Subjects: "Smokin' Aces," the script, and his cast.
Interview Date: January 2007, Subjects: "Smokin' Aces," the script, and his cast.
Joe Carnahan - "Smokin' Aces"
Interview Date: March 2007, Subjects: "Smokin' Aces" DVD, the alternate ending, and commentary tracks.
Interview Date: March 2007, Subjects: "Smokin' Aces" DVD, the alternate ending, and commentary tracks.
John Carney - "Once"
Interview Date: May 2007, Subjects: "Once," the appeal of a musical, and working with The Frames' Glen Hansard.
Interview Date: May 2007, Subjects: "Once," the appeal of a musical, and working with The Frames' Glen Hansard.
Chris Carter - "The X-Files: I Want to Believe"
Interview Date: July 2008, Subjects: "The X-Files: I Want to Believe," deciding on the storyline, and filming in Canada.
Interview Date: July 2008, Subjects: "The X-Files: I Want to Believe," deciding on the storyline, and filming in Canada.
DJ Caruso - "Taking Lives"
Interview Date: March 2004, Subjects: "Taking Lives," serial killers, and French actors.
Interview Date: March 2004, Subjects: "Taking Lives," serial killers, and French actors.
Peter Cattaneo - "Lucky Break"
Interview Date: April 2002, Subjects: "Lucky Break" and following "The Full Monty" with a prison movie.
Interview Date: April 2002, Subjects: "Lucky Break" and following "The Full Monty" with a prison movie.
Craig Chester - "Adam & Steve"
Interview Date: March 2006, Subjects: "Adam & Steve," the premise, and his cast.
Interview Date: March 2006, Subjects: "Adam & Steve," the premise, and his cast.
George Clooney - "Confessions of a Dangerous Mind"
Interview Date: December 2002, Subjects: "Confessions of a Dangerous Mind," directing, Steven Soderbergh, Sam Rockwell, and "Solaris."
Interview Date: December 2002, Subjects: "Confessions of a Dangerous Mind," directing, Steven Soderbergh, Sam Rockwell, and "Solaris."
Joel and Ethan Coen - "No Country for Old Men"
Interview Date: November 2007, Subjects: "No Country for Old Men," Josh Brolin, Javier Bardem and Tommy Lee Jones, and "Burn After Reading" with George Clooney and Brad Pitt.
Interview Date: November 2007, Subjects: "No Country for Old Men," Josh Brolin, Javier Bardem and Tommy Lee Jones, and "Burn After Reading" with George Clooney and Brad Pitt.
Rob Cohen - "Stealth"
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "Stealth," the military, and machines vs. humans.
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "Stealth," the military, and machines vs. humans.
Rob Cohen - "Stealth" and "Sinbad"
Interview Date: April 2005, Subjects: "Stealth," "Sinbad" with Keanu Reeves, and the "XXX" franchise.
Interview Date: April 2005, Subjects: "Stealth," "Sinbad" with Keanu Reeves, and the "XXX" franchise.
Kerry Conran - "Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow"
Interview Date: July 2004, Subjects: "Sky Captain," computers, and creating a new world.
Interview Date: July 2004, Subjects: "Sky Captain," computers, and creating a new world.
Claire Cook - "Must Love Dogs"
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "Must Love Dogs," working with Gary David Goldberg, and the cast.
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "Must Love Dogs," working with Gary David Goldberg, and the cast.
Rebecca Cook - "The Chester Story"
Interview Date: July 2003, Subjects: "The Chester Story," Teri Hatcher, and independent filmmaking.
Interview Date: July 2003, Subjects: "The Chester Story," Teri Hatcher, and independent filmmaking.
Rebecca Cook - "Shooting Livien"
Interview Date: November 2004, Subjects: "Shooting Livien," changing as a filmmaker, and casting Jason Behr and Dominic Monaghan.
Interview Date: November 2004, Subjects: "Shooting Livien," changing as a filmmaker, and casting Jason Behr and Dominic Monaghan.
Adam Cooper and Bill Collage - "Where's Waldo?"
Interview Date: April 2004, Subjects: "Where's Waldo?", teen movies, and casting choices.
Interview Date: April 2004, Subjects: "Where's Waldo?", teen movies, and casting choices.
Francis Ford Coppola - "Youth Without Youth"
Interview Date: November 2007, Subjects: "Youth Without Youth," returning to directing, and "Apocalypse Now."
Interview Date: November 2007, Subjects: "Youth Without Youth," returning to directing, and "Apocalypse Now."
Sofia Coppola - "Lost in Translation"
Interview Date: August 2003, Subjects: "Lost in Translation," working in Japan, Bill Murray, and her famous family.
Interview Date: August 2003, Subjects: "Lost in Translation," working in Japan, Bill Murray, and her famous family.
Sofia Coppola - "Marie Antoinette"
Interview Date: October 2006, Subjects: "Marie Antoinette," shooting in Versailles, using contemporary music, Kirsten Dunst as Marie Antoinette, and the story.
Interview Date: October 2006, Subjects: "Marie Antoinette," shooting in Versailles, using contemporary music, Kirsten Dunst as Marie Antoinette, and the story.
Allen Coulter - "Hollywoodland"
Interview Date: January 2007, Subjects: "Hollywoodland," recreating the Hollywood of the 1950s, George Reeves, and the "Hollywoodland" DVD.
Interview Date: January 2007, Subjects: "Hollywoodland," recreating the Hollywood of the 1950s, George Reeves, and the "Hollywoodland" DVD.
Wes Craven - "Paris, je t'aime"
Interview Date: April 2007, Subjects: "Paris, je t'aime," filming in Paris, his short film, the Shocker remake, and the status of "Last House on the Left."
Interview Date: April 2007, Subjects: "Paris, je t'aime," filming in Paris, his short film, the Shocker remake, and the status of "Last House on the Left."
David Cronenberg - "A History of Violence"
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "A History of Violence," Viggo Mortensen, and studio movies versus independent films.
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "A History of Violence," Viggo Mortensen, and studio movies versus independent films.
Alfonso Cuaron - "Children of Men"
Interview Date: December 2006, Subjects: "Children of Men," adapting P. D. James' novel, and his cast.
Interview Date: December 2006, Subjects: "Children of Men," adapting P. D. James' novel, and his cast.
John Dahl - "The Great Raid"
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "The Great Raid," his cast, and remaining true to history.
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "The Great Raid," his cast, and remaining true to history.
John Daly Interview - "Petersburg-Cannes Express"
After decades of producing, John Daly steps behind the camera as writer/director of the romantic movie, "Petersburg-Cannes Express."
After decades of producing, John Daly steps behind the camera as writer/director of the romantic movie, "Petersburg-Cannes Express."
Frank Darabont - "The Majestic"
Interview Date: December 2001, Subjects: "The Majestic," the Oscars, and Jim Carrey.
Interview Date: December 2001, Subjects: "The Majestic," the Oscars, and Jim Carrey.
Frank Darabont - "The Mist"
Interview Date: November 2007, Subjects: "The Mist," Stephen King, and changing the ending.
Interview Date: November 2007, Subjects: "The Mist," Stephen King, and changing the ending.
Andrew Davis - "The Guardian"
Interview Date: January 2007, Subjects: "The Guardian," Coast Guard Rescue Swimmers, and his cast.
Interview Date: January 2007, Subjects: "The Guardian," Coast Guard Rescue Swimmers, and his cast.
John A Davis - "Ant Bully"
Interview Date: July 2006, Subjects: "The Ant Bully," his big name cast, and the story.
Interview Date: July 2006, Subjects: "The Ant Bully," his big name cast, and the story.
Michael Davis - "Shoot 'Em Up"
Interview Date: June 2007, Subjects: "Shoot Em Up," the film's tone, and working with Clive Owen and Paul Giamatti.
Interview Date: June 2007, Subjects: "Shoot Em Up," the film's tone, and working with Clive Owen and Paul Giamatti.
Robert De Niro - "The Good Shepherd"
Interview Date: December 2006, Subjects: "The Good Shepherd," working with Angelina Jolie and Matt Damon, and the film's subject matter.
Interview Date: December 2006, Subjects: "The Good Shepherd," working with Angelina Jolie and Matt Damon, and the film's subject matter.
Brian De Palma - "The Black Dahlia"
Interview Date: September 2006, Subjects: "The Black Dahlia," film noir, and James Ellroy's work.
Interview Date: September 2006, Subjects: "The Black Dahlia," film noir, and James Ellroy's work.
Jim de Seve - "Tying the Knot"
Interview Date: September 2004, Subjects: "Tying the Knot" and the gay marriage ban.
Interview Date: September 2004, Subjects: "Tying the Knot" and the gay marriage ban.
Guillermo del Toro - "Pan's Labyrinth"
Interview Date: December 2006, Subjects: "Pan's Labyrinth," fairy tale influences, and his filmmaking friends.
Interview Date: December 2006, Subjects: "Pan's Labyrinth," fairy tale influences, and his filmmaking friends.
Howard Deutch - "The Whole Ten Yards"
Interview Date: April 2004, Subjects: "The Whole Ten Yards," sequels, and "Widows."
Interview Date: April 2004, Subjects: "The Whole Ten Yards," sequels, and "Widows."
Dean Devlin - "Eight Legged Freaks"
Interview Date: July 2002, Subjects: "Eight Legged Freaks," what's spider goo made of, green screens and David Arquette.
Interview Date: July 2002, Subjects: "Eight Legged Freaks," what's spider goo made of, green screens and David Arquette.
Kirby Dick - "This Film is Not Yet Rated"
Interview Date: September 2006, Subjects: "This Film is Not Yet Rated," taking on the ratings board, and the arbitrary ratings system.
Interview Date: September 2006, Subjects: "This Film is Not Yet Rated," taking on the ratings board, and the arbitrary ratings system.
Richard Donner - "Superman II - The Richard Donner Cut"
Interview Date: November 2006, Subjects: "Superman II The Richard Donner Cut," lost scenes, being fired as "Superman II" director, and shooting "Superman I" and "II" simultaneously.
Interview Date: November 2006, Subjects: "Superman II The Richard Donner Cut," lost scenes, being fired as "Superman II" director, and shooting "Superman I" and "II" simultaneously.
Andrew Douglas - "The Amityville Horror"
Interview Date: April 2005, Subjects: "The Amityville Horror," directing commercials, and remakes.
Interview Date: April 2005, Subjects: "The Amityville Horror," directing commercials, and remakes.
Frederik Du Chau - "Racing Stripes"
Interview Date: January 2005, Subjects: "Racing Stripes," directing animals, and a "Racing Stripes" sequel.
Interview Date: January 2005, Subjects: "Racing Stripes," directing animals, and a "Racing Stripes" sequel.
Clint Eastwood - "Flags of Our Fathers"
Interview Date: October 2006, Subjects: "Flags of Our Fathers," his cast, the story, and filming in Iceland.
Interview Date: October 2006, Subjects: "Flags of Our Fathers," his cast, the story, and filming in Iceland.
Atom Egoyan - "Where the Truth Lies"
Interview Date: October 2005, Subjects: "Where the Truth Lies," the NC-17 rating, and his cast.
Interview Date: October 2005, Subjects: "Where the Truth Lies," the NC-17 rating, and his cast.
Breck Eisner - "Sahara"
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "Sahara," the DVD, and camels.
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "Sahara," the DVD, and camels.
Fernando Eimbcke - "Duck Season"
Interview Date: February 2006, Subjects: "Duck Season," his first film, and the decision to release it in black and white.
Interview Date: February 2006, Subjects: "Duck Season," his first film, and the decision to release it in black and white.
Ellory Elkayem - "Eight Legged Freaks"
Interview Date: July 2002, Subjects: "Eight Legged Freaks," small budgets, and bugs as metaphors.
Interview Date: July 2002, Subjects: "Eight Legged Freaks," small budgets, and bugs as metaphors.
David Ellis - "Snakes on a Plane"
Interview Date: July 2006, Subjects: "Snakes on a Plane" and the Internet buzz.
Interview Date: July 2006, Subjects: "Snakes on a Plane" and the Internet buzz.
Bruce A Evans - "Mr Brooks"
Interview Date: May 2007, Subjects: "Mr Brooks," directing after a 15 year break, and serial killers.
Interview Date: May 2007, Subjects: "Mr Brooks," directing after a 15 year break, and serial killers.
Peter Farrelly - "Shallow Hal"
Interview Date: November 2001, Subjects: "Shallow Hal" and selecting his cast members.
Interview Date: November 2001, Subjects: "Shallow Hal" and selecting his cast members.
Jon Favreau - "Elf"
Interview Date: October 2003, Subjects: "Elf," making a family-friendly holiday movie, and working with Will Ferrell.
Interview Date: October 2003, Subjects: "Elf," making a family-friendly holiday movie, and working with Will Ferrell.
Jon Favreau - "Iron Man"
Interview Date: July 2007, Subjects: "Iron Man," the suits, the CG, cameos, and satisfying comic book fans.
Interview Date: July 2007, Subjects: "Iron Man," the suits, the CG, cameos, and satisfying comic book fans.
Jon Favreau - "Zathura"
Interview Date: November 2005, Subjects: "Zathura," his cast, and practical effects.
Interview Date: November 2005, Subjects: "Zathura," his cast, and practical effects.
Julian Fellowes - "Separate Lies"
Interview Date: September 2005, Subjects: "Separate Lies," on why it took so long for him to direct, and his cast.
Interview Date: September 2005, Subjects: "Separate Lies," on why it took so long for him to direct, and his cast.
Andy Fickman - "The Game Plan"
Interview Date: September 2007, Subjects: "The Game Plan," comedy, The Rock, and "Witch Mountain."
Interview Date: September 2007, Subjects: "The Game Plan," comedy, The Rock, and "Witch Mountain."
Janet Firth - "White Oleander
Interview Date: October 2002, Subjects: "White Oleander," the casting process, and her thoughts on the way her book adapted into a movie.
Interview Date: October 2002, Subjects: "White Oleander," the casting process, and her thoughts on the way her book adapted into a movie.
Ryan Fleck - "Half Nelson"
Interview Date: August 2006, Subjects: "Half Nelson," the script, the cast, and the story.
Interview Date: August 2006, Subjects: "Half Nelson," the script, the cast, and the story.
Anne Fletcher - "Step Up"
Interview Date: August 2006, Subjects: "Step Up," choreography vs directing, and "Hairspray."
Interview Date: August 2006, Subjects: "Step Up," choreography vs directing, and "Hairspray."
Frank E Flowers - "Haven"
Interview Date: August 2006, Subjects: "Haven," the script, his cast, and the delayed theatrical release.
Interview Date: August 2006, Subjects: "Haven," the script, his cast, and the delayed theatrical release.
Stephen Frears - "Mrs Henderson Presents"
Interview Date: December 2005, Subjects: "Mrs Henderson Presents," Judi Dench, and casting Pop Idol star Will Young.
Interview Date: December 2005, Subjects: "Mrs Henderson Presents," Judi Dench, and casting Pop Idol star Will Young.
William Friedkin Interview - "The Hunted"
The critically acclaimed director talks about working with Tommy Lee Jones and Benicio Del Toro in the action thriller, "The Hunted."
The critically acclaimed director talks about working with Tommy Lee Jones and Benicio Del Toro in the action thriller, "The Hunted."
Keith Fulton - "Lost in La Mancha"
Interview Date: February 2003, Subjects: "Lost in La Mancha," the Quixote curse, Terry Gilliam, and filming a documentary while things are falling apart around him.
Interview Date: February 2003, Subjects: "Lost in La Mancha," the Quixote curse, Terry Gilliam, and filming a documentary while things are falling apart around him.
Neil Gaiman - "Stardust"
Interview Date: July 2006, Subjects: "Stardust," the origin of the "Stardust" story, Matthew Vaughn as director, and the "Stardust" script.
Interview Date: July 2006, Subjects: "Stardust," the origin of the "Stardust" story, Matthew Vaughn as director, and the "Stardust" script.
Joel Gallen - "Not Another Teen Movie"
Interview Date: December 2001, Subjects: "Not Another Teen Movie," gross-out comedy, and the movie's DVD.
Interview Date: December 2001, Subjects: "Not Another Teen Movie," gross-out comedy, and the movie's DVD.
Vincent Gallo - "The Brown Bunny"
Interview Date: August 2004, Subjects: "The Brown Bunny," Cannes, and the controversial billboard.
Interview Date: August 2004, Subjects: "The Brown Bunny," Cannes, and the controversial billboard.
Robert Ben Garant and Thomas Lennon - "Balls of Fury"
Interview Date: August 2007, Subjects: "Balls of Fury," improv, animating ping pong, and "A Night at the Museum 2."
Interview Date: August 2007, Subjects: "Balls of Fury," improv, animating ping pong, and "A Night at the Museum 2."
Adam Goldberg - "I Love Your Work"
Interview Date: November 2005, Subjects: "I Love Your Work," Giovanni Ribisi, and writing the script.
Interview Date: November 2005, Subjects: "I Love Your Work," Giovanni Ribisi, and writing the script.
Arthur Golden - "Memoirs of a Geisha"
Interview Date: December 2005, Subjects: "Memoirs of a Geisha," turning it over to Hollywood, and why he didn't do the screenplay.
Interview Date: December 2005, Subjects: "Memoirs of a Geisha," turning it over to Hollywood, and why he didn't do the screenplay.
Michel Gondry - "Be Kind Rewind"
Interview Date: February 2008, Subjects: "Be Kind Rewind," remaking classic movies, and the story.
Interview Date: February 2008, Subjects: "Be Kind Rewind," remaking classic movies, and the story.
Chris Gorak - "Right at Your Door"
Interview Date: July 2007, Subjects: "Right at Your Door," the story, directing, his cast, and coming from a production design background.
Interview Date: July 2007, Subjects: "Right at Your Door," the story, directing, his cast, and coming from a production design background.
Dennie Gordon - "New York Minute"
Interview Date: May 2004, Subjects: "New York Minute," Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, and teen movies.
Interview Date: May 2004, Subjects: "New York Minute," Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, and teen movies.
Bobcat Goldthwait - "Sleeping Dogs Lie"
Interview Date: October 2006, Subjects: "Sleeping Dogs Lie," directing, and the film's subject matter.
Interview Date: October 2006, Subjects: "Sleeping Dogs Lie," directing, and the film's subject matter.
Keith Gordon Interview - "Billy Dead"
Director Keith Gordon talks about opening his movie "Billy Dead" up for public financing through stocks.
Director Keith Gordon talks about opening his movie "Billy Dead" up for public financing through stocks.
Keith Gordon - "The Singing Detective"
Interview Date: November 2003, Subjects: "The Singing Detective," working with Mel Gibson and Robert Downey Jr., and working from a script by Dennis Potter.
Interview Date: November 2003, Subjects: "The Singing Detective," working with Mel Gibson and Robert Downey Jr., and working from a script by Dennis Potter.
Mark Gordon - "Her Majesty"
Interview Date: October 2004, Subjects: "Her Majesty" and New Zealand.
Interview Date: October 2004, Subjects: "Her Majesty" and New Zealand.
Raja Gosnell Interview - "Scooby-Doo 2"
Director Raja Gosnell discusses working on the "Scooby-Doo" movies, special effects, and adding more heart to the second "Scooby."
Director Raja Gosnell discusses working on the "Scooby-Doo" movies, special effects, and adding more heart to the second "Scooby."
Al Gough and Miles Millar - "Spider-Man 2"
Interview Date: June 2004, Subjects: "Spider-Man 2," "Smallville," and "Iron Man."
Interview Date: June 2004, Subjects: "Spider-Man 2," "Smallville," and "Iron Man."
David Goyer - "Batman Begins"
Interview Date: July 2004, Subjects: "Batman Begins," Christopher Nolan, and telling the origin story.
Interview Date: July 2004, Subjects: "Batman Begins," Christopher Nolan, and telling the origin story.
David Goyer - "The Invisible"
Interview Date: April 2007, Subjects: "The Invisible," the Swedish film, and working with screenwriters.
Interview Date: April 2007, Subjects: "The Invisible," the Swedish film, and working with screenwriters.
David Goyer - "Scanners"
Interview Date: April 2007, Subjects: "Scanners" remake, "Super Max," what happened to "The Flash," "The Dark Knight" with Christopher Nolan, and the now-defunct "Blade" TV series.
Interview Date: April 2007, Subjects: "Scanners" remake, "Super Max," what happened to "The Flash," "The Dark Knight" with Christopher Nolan, and the now-defunct "Blade" TV series.
Richard E Grant - "Wah Wah"
Interview Date: May 2006, Subjects: "Wah Wah," why it's only semi-autobiographical, and England's class system.
Interview Date: May 2006, Subjects: "Wah Wah," why it's only semi-autobiographical, and England's class system.
Christopher Guest - "A Mighty Wind"
Interview Date: April 2003, Subjects: "A Mighty Wind," improv on the set, and working with the same group of talented actors.
Interview Date: April 2003, Subjects: "A Mighty Wind," improv on the set, and working with the same group of talented actors.
David Guggenheim - "Gracie"
Interview Date: May 2007, Subjects: "Gracie," working with his wife Elisabeth Shue, the Shue family, casting Carly Schroeder, and shooting the soccer scenes.
Interview Date: May 2007, Subjects: "Gracie," working with his wife Elisabeth Shue, the Shue family, casting Carly Schroeder, and shooting the soccer scenes.
James Gunn - "Slither"
Interview Date: March 2006, Subjects: "Slither," his cast, and horror films.
Interview Date: March 2006, Subjects: "Slither," his cast, and horror films.
James Gunn - "Pets"
Interview Date: July 2008, Subjects: The alien movie "Pets," VH1's reality series "Scream Queens," and the X-Box Live short film series.
Interview Date: July 2008, Subjects: The alien movie "Pets," VH1's reality series "Scream Queens," and the X-Box Live short film series.
Paul Haggis - "Crash"
Interview Date: January 2006, Subjects: "Crash," the script, and the Directors Guild of America awards.
Interview Date: January 2006, Subjects: "Crash," the script, and the Directors Guild of America awards.
John Lee Hancock - "The Rookie"
Interview Date: March 2002, Subjects: "The Rookie," sports movies, and Dennis Quaid.
Interview Date: March 2002, Subjects: "The Rookie," sports movies, and Dennis Quaid.
Curtis Hanson - "In Her Shoes"
Interview Date: September 2005, Subjects: "In Her Shoes," working with Cameron Diaz, and how this movie is similar to his other projects.
Interview Date: September 2005, Subjects: "In Her Shoes," working with Cameron Diaz, and how this movie is similar to his other projects.
Catherine Hardwicke - "The Nativity Story"
Interview Date: November 2006, Subjects: "The Nativity Story," the material, her cast, and working with animals.
Interview Date: November 2006, Subjects: "The Nativity Story," the material, her cast, and working with animals.
Catherine Hardwicke - "Thirteen"
Interview Date: September 2003, Subjects: "Thirteen," transitioning from production designer to director, and sparking dialogue between mothers and daughters.
Interview Date: September 2003, Subjects: "Thirteen," transitioning from production designer to director, and sparking dialogue between mothers and daughters.
Greg Harrison - "November"
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "November," Courteney Cox Arquette, and "The Radioactive Boy Scout."
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "November," Courteney Cox Arquette, and "The Radioactive Boy Scout."
Mary Harron - "The Notorious Bettie Page"
Interview Date: April 2006, Subjects: "The Notorious Bettie Page," the script, the research, and shooting in black and white.
Interview Date: April 2006, Subjects: "The Notorious Bettie Page," the script, the research, and shooting in black and white.
Jeffrey Hatcher - "Stage Beauty"
Interview Date: October 2004, Subjects: "Stage Beauty," Claire Danes and Billy Crudup, and "Casanova."
Interview Date: October 2004, Subjects: "Stage Beauty," Claire Danes and Billy Crudup, and "Casanova."
Ethan Hawke - "Chelsea Walls"
Interview Date: April 2002, Subjects: "Chelsea Walls," directing his wife, and casting his friends.
Interview Date: April 2002, Subjects: "Chelsea Walls," directing his wife, and casting his friends.
Brian Henson - "Dinosaurs"
Interview Date: April 2006, Subjects: "Dinosaurs," DVD extras, and animatronics.
Interview Date: April 2006, Subjects: "Dinosaurs," DVD extras, and animatronics.
Brian Herzlinger - "My Date with Drew"
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "My Date with Drew," his first film, and Drew Barrymore.
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "My Date with Drew," his first film, and Drew Barrymore.
Scott Hicks - "No Reservations"
Interview Date: July 2007, Subjects: "No Reservations," his cast, staging a NY restaurant, and shooting food.
Interview Date: July 2007, Subjects: "No Reservations," his cast, staging a NY restaurant, and shooting food.
PJ Hogan - "Peter Pan"
Interview Date: December 2003, Subjects: "Peter Pan," the classic tale, and Jeremy Sumpter.
Interview Date: December 2003, Subjects: "Peter Pan," the classic tale, and Jeremy Sumpter.
Matthew Hoge - "The United States of Leland"
Interview Date: April 2004, Subjects: "The United States of Leland," Kevin Spacey, teen violence, and research.
Interview Date: April 2004, Subjects: "The United States of Leland," Kevin Spacey, teen violence, and research.
Cliff Hollingsworth - "Cinderella Man"
Interview Date: May 2005, Subjects: "Cinderella Man" and researching Jim Braddock.
Interview Date: May 2005, Subjects: "Cinderella Man" and researching Jim Braddock.
Gavin Hood - "Tsotsi"
Interview Date: June 2006, Subjects: "Tsotsi," the alternate endings, and storytelling after the end of Apartheid.
Interview Date: June 2006, Subjects: "Tsotsi," the alternate endings, and storytelling after the end of Apartheid.
Gavin Hood - "Wolverine"
Interview Date: September 2007, Subjects: "Wolverine," the character, and directing an "X-Men" spin-off.
Interview Date: September 2007, Subjects: "Wolverine," the character, and directing an "X-Men" spin-off.
Stephen Hopkins - "The Reaping"
Interview Date: July 2006, Subjects: "The Reaping," filming in Louisiana, and the film's subject matter.
Interview Date: July 2006, Subjects: "The Reaping," filming in Louisiana, and the film's subject matter.
Stephen Hopkins - "The Reaping"
Interview Date: March 2007, Subjects: "The Reaping," the delay in releasing the film, and the PG-13 rating.
Interview Date: March 2007, Subjects: "The Reaping," the delay in releasing the film, and the PG-13 rating.
Anthony Horowitz - "Stormbreaker"
Interview Date: April 2006, Subjects: "Stormbreaker," adapting his novel, and the cast.
Interview Date: April 2006, Subjects: "Stormbreaker," adapting his novel, and the cast.
Ron Howard - "A Beautiful Mind"
Interview Date: December 2001, Subjects: "A Beautiful Mind," working with Russell Crowe, and the real John Nash.
Interview Date: December 2001, Subjects: "A Beautiful Mind," working with Russell Crowe, and the real John Nash.
Reginald Hudlin - "Serving Sara"
Interview Date: August 2002, Subjects: "Serving Sara," Matthew Perry and Elizabeth Hurley.
Interview Date: August 2002, Subjects: "Serving Sara," Matthew Perry and Elizabeth Hurley.
Dan Ireland - "Passionada"
Interview Date: August 2003, Subjects: "Passionada," fado music, and "The Beauty of Jane."
Interview Date: August 2003, Subjects: "Passionada," fado music, and "The Beauty of Jane."
Peter Jackson - "LOTR: The Return of the King"
Interview Date: December 2003, Subjects: "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King," "The Hobbit," and pouring seven years into the trilogy.
Interview Date: December 2003, Subjects: "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King," "The Hobbit," and pouring seven years into the trilogy.
Jonathan Jakubowicz - "Secuestro Express"
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "Secuestro Express," his cast, kidnappings in Latin America, and Robert Rodriguez.
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "Secuestro Express," his cast, kidnappings in Latin America, and Robert Rodriguez.
Henry Jaglom - "Festival in Cannes"
Interview Date: March 2002, Subjects: "Festival in Cannes" and his love for romantic movies.
Interview Date: March 2002, Subjects: "Festival in Cannes" and his love for romantic movies.
Christine Jeffs - "Rain"
Interview Date: June 2002, Subjects: "Rain," adapting a book into a feature film, and probing sensitive subject matters.
Interview Date: June 2002, Subjects: "Rain," adapting a book into a feature film, and probing sensitive subject matters.
Mark Steven Johnson - "Ghost Rider"
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "Ghost Rider," Nicolas Cage, and adapting comic books.
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "Ghost Rider," Nicolas Cage, and adapting comic books.
Rian Johnson - "The Brothers Bloom"
Interview Date: August 2008, Subjects: "The Brothers Bloom," his cast, shooting in Serbia, and the tone of his con man comedy.
Interview Date: August 2008, Subjects: "The Brothers Bloom," his cast, shooting in Serbia, and the tone of his con man comedy.
Kirk Jones - "Nanny McPhee"
Interview Date: January 2006, Subjects: "Nanny McPhee," working with kids, and taking so long to get back into feature films.
Interview Date: January 2006, Subjects: "Nanny McPhee," working with kids, and taking so long to get back into feature films.
Spike Jonze - "Adaptation"
Interview Date: December 2002, Subjects: "Adaptation," Nicolas Cage and working with screenwriter, Charlie Kaufman.
Interview Date: December 2002, Subjects: "Adaptation," Nicolas Cage and working with screenwriter, Charlie Kaufman.
Miranda July - "Me and You and Everyone We Know"
Interview Date: June 2005, Subjects: "Me and You and Everyone We Know," writing about sexuality in children, and casting John Hawkes.
Interview Date: June 2005, Subjects: "Me and You and Everyone We Know," writing about sexuality in children, and casting John Hawkes.
Joseph Kahn - "Torque"
Interview Date: November 2003, Subjects: "Torque," biker movies, and action comedies.
Interview Date: November 2003, Subjects: "Torque," biker movies, and action comedies.
Shekhar Kapur - "Elizabeth: The Golden Age"
Interview Date: September 2007, Subjects: "Elizabeth: The Golden Age," continuing the Elizabeth story, and casting the sequel.
Interview Date: September 2007, Subjects: "Elizabeth: The Golden Age," continuing the Elizabeth story, and casting the sequel.
Jonathan Karsh - "My Flesh and Blood"
Documentary film director Jonathan Karsh talks about working with the Tom family and a few of his upcoming projects.
Documentary film director Jonathan Karsh talks about working with the Tom family and a few of his upcoming projects.
Charlie Kaufman - "Adaptation"
Interview Date: December 2002, Subjects: "Adaptation," Donald Kaufman, and "The Orchid Thief."
Interview Date: December 2002, Subjects: "Adaptation," Donald Kaufman, and "The Orchid Thief."
Tony Kaye - "Lake of Fire"
Interview Date: September 2007, Subjects: "Lake of Fire," telling both sides of the abortion issue, lessons learned from "American History X," and his upcoming movies.
Interview Date: September 2007, Subjects: "Lake of Fire," telling both sides of the abortion issue, lessons learned from "American History X," and his upcoming movies.
Garrison Keillor - "A Prairie Home Companion"
Interview Date: June 2006, Subjects: "A Prairie Home Companion," writing the script, and working with director Robert Altman.
Interview Date: June 2006, Subjects: "A Prairie Home Companion," writing the script, and working with director Robert Altman.
Richard Kelly - "The Box"
Interview Date: May 2004, Subjects: "The Box," "Knowing," and the Olsen Twins.
Interview Date: May 2004, Subjects: "The Box," "Knowing," and the Olsen Twins.
Richard Kelly - "Domino"
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "Domino," the real Domino Harvey, Tony Scott, and "Southland Tales."
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "Domino," the real Domino Harvey, Tony Scott, and "Southland Tales."
Richard Kelly - "Donnie Darko"
Interview Date: October 2003, Subjects: "Donnie Darko," "Knowing" and the meaning of Frank the rabbit.
Interview Date: October 2003, Subjects: "Donnie Darko," "Knowing" and the meaning of Frank the rabbit.
Richard Kelly - "Southland Tales"
Interview Date: July 2007, Subjects: "Southland Tales," the November 2007 release date, cutting the film, and the visual effects.
Interview Date: July 2007, Subjects: "Southland Tales," the November 2007 release date, cutting the film, and the visual effects.
Richard Kelly - "Southland Tales" and "Donnie Darko"
Interview Date: May 2004, Subjects: The Director's Cut of "Donnie Darko," "Southland Tales," and labeling movies in one genre.
Interview Date: May 2004, Subjects: The Director's Cut of "Donnie Darko," "Southland Tales," and labeling movies in one genre.
Richard Kelly - "Southland Tales" and "The Box"
Interview Date: July 2004, Subjects: "Southland Tales," "The Box," and "Donnie Darko" fans.
Interview Date: July 2004, Subjects: "Southland Tales," "The Box," and "Donnie Darko" fans.
Gil Kenan - "Monster House"
Interview Date: July 2006, Subjects: "Monster House," the performance capture system, and the set.
Interview Date: July 2006, Subjects: "Monster House," the performance capture system, and the set.
Callie Khouri - "Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood"
First time director Callie Khouri talks about bringing the best-selling novel to the screen as both screenwriter and director.
First time director Callie Khouri talks about bringing the best-selling novel to the screen as both screenwriter and director.
Dylan Kidd - "Roger Dodger"
Interview Date: September 2002, Subjects: "Roger Dodger," filming in New York after 9/11, and working with Campbell Scott.
Interview Date: September 2002, Subjects: "Roger Dodger," filming in New York after 9/11, and working with Campbell Scott.
Stephen King - "Dreamcatcher"
Interview Date: March 2003, Subjects: "Dreamcatcher" and his thoughts on the war in Iraq and the Academy Awards.
Interview Date: March 2003, Subjects: "Dreamcatcher" and his thoughts on the war in Iraq and the Academy Awards.
Simon Kinberg - "Mr and Mrs Smith"
Interview Date: June 2005, Subjects: "Mr and Mrs Smith," Nicole Kidman, and "X-Men 3."
Interview Date: June 2005, Subjects: "Mr and Mrs Smith," Nicole Kidman, and "X-Men 3."
Karey Kirkpatrick - "Over the Hedge"
Interview Date: April 2006, Subjects: "Over the Hedge," his voice cast, and making his directorial debut with this animated comedy.
Interview Date: April 2006, Subjects: "Over the Hedge," his voice cast, and making his directorial debut with this animated comedy.
Peter Kosminsky - "White Oleander"
Interview Date: October 2002, Subjects: "White Oleander," the film's message, and casting Michelle Pfeiffer.
Interview Date: October 2002, Subjects: "White Oleander," the film's message, and casting Michelle Pfeiffer.
Wayne Kramer - "Running Scared"
Interview Date: February 2006, Subjects: "Running Scared," the R rating, and casting Paul Walker.
Interview Date: February 2006, Subjects: "Running Scared," the R rating, and casting Paul Walker.
Karyn Kusama - "Aeon Flux"
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "Aeon Flux," the sci-fi genre, and casting Charlize Theron.
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "Aeon Flux," the sci-fi genre, and casting Charlize Theron.
Ken Kwapis - "Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants"
Interview Date: May 2005, Subjects: "Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants," directing a movie aimed at females, and casting the film.
Interview Date: May 2005, Subjects: "Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants," directing a movie aimed at females, and casting the film.
Neil LaBute - "The Wicker Man"
Interview Date: July 2006, Subjects: "The Wicker Man," changing the dynamics in the remake, and working with Nicolas Cage.
Interview Date: July 2006, Subjects: "The Wicker Man," changing the dynamics in the remake, and working with Nicolas Cage.
Richard LaGravenese - "Paris, je t'aime"
Interview Date: April 2007, Subjects: "Paris, je t'aime," filming in the red light district, and "PS, I Love You" with Gerard Butler and Hilary Swank.
Interview Date: April 2007, Subjects: "Paris, je t'aime," filming in the red light district, and "PS, I Love You" with Gerard Butler and Hilary Swank.
John Landis- "The Blues Brothers"
Interview Date: August 2005, Subjects: "The Blues Brothers, "Show Dogs," and "Bat Boy."
Interview Date: August 2005, Subjects: "The Blues Brothers, "Show Dogs," and "Bat Boy."
John Lasseter - "Cars"
Interview Date: May 2006, Subjects: "Cars," the inspiration, how Pixar works, and landing Paul Newman to voice Doc Hudson.
Interview Date: May 2006, Subjects: "Cars," the inspiration, how Pixar works, and landing Paul Newman to voice Doc Hudson.
John Lasseter - "Car" DVD
Interview Date: October 2006, Subjects: "Cars," the DVD bonus features, and the inspiration for the film.
Interview Date: October 2006, Subjects: "Cars," the DVD bonus features, and the inspiration for the film.
John Lasseter - "Pixar Short Films Collection"
Interview Date: October 2007, Subjects: Pixar, animation, short films and "WALL-E."
Interview Date: October 2007, Subjects: Pixar, animation, short films and "WALL-E."
Francis Lawrence - "Constantine"
Interview Date: July 2004, Subjects: "Constantine," comic books, and combating rumors.
Interview Date: July 2004, Subjects: "Constantine," comic books, and combating rumors.
Francis Lawrence - "Constantine" (Premiere)
Interview Date: February 2005, Subjects: "Constantine," Keanu Reeves, and fan reactions.
Interview Date: February 2005, Subjects: "Constantine," Keanu Reeves, and fan reactions.
Francis Lawrence - "I Am Legend"
Interview Date: December 2007, Subjects: "I Am Legend," adapting Richard Matheson's story, and working with Will Smith and a German Shepherd.
Interview Date: December 2007, Subjects: "I Am Legend," adapting Richard Matheson's story, and working with Will Smith and a German Shepherd.
Marc Lawrence - "Two Weeks Notice"
Interview Date: December 2002, Subjects: "Two Weeks Notice" and working as a director for the first time.
Interview Date: December 2002, Subjects: "Two Weeks Notice" and working as a director for the first time.
Ang Lee - "Brokeback Mountain"
Interview Date: November 2005, Subjects: "Brokeback Mountain," Westerns, "The Hulk," and his cast.
Interview Date: November 2005, Subjects: "Brokeback Mountain," Westerns, "The Hulk," and his cast.
Spike Lee - "She Hate Me"
Interview Date: July 2004, Subjects: "She Hate Me," stereotypes, and researching lesbians.
Interview Date: July 2004, Subjects: "She Hate Me," stereotypes, and researching lesbians.
Stan Lee - "Daredevil"
Interview Date: January 2003, Subjects: "Daredevil," bringing all of his characters to life on the big screen, and costume changes.
Interview Date: January 2003, Subjects: "Daredevil," bringing all of his characters to life on the big screen, and costume changes.
Michael Lembeck - "Connie and Carla"
Interview Date: April 2004, Subjects: "Connie and Carla," drag research, and Nia Vardalos.
Interview Date: April 2004, Subjects: "Connie and Carla," drag research, and Nia Vardalos.
Jonathan Levine - "The Wackness"
Interview Date: June 2008, Subjects: "The Wackness," the origin of the story, and his cast.
Interview Date: June 2008, Subjects: "The Wackness," the origin of the story, and his cast.
Barry Levinson - "Man of the Year"
Interview Date: February 2007, Subjects: "Man of the Year," Robin Williams, and "What Just Happened?".
Interview Date: February 2007, Subjects: "Man of the Year," Robin Williams, and "What Just Happened?".
Shawn Levy - "Night at the Museum 2"
Interview Date: May 2008, Subjects: "What Happens in Vegas," "Night at the Museum 2," and topping the first "Museum" movie.
Interview Date: May 2008, Subjects: "What Happens in Vegas," "Night at the Museum 2," and topping the first "Museum" movie.
Jonathan Liebesman - "Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning"
Interview Date: September 2006, Subjects: "Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning," taking on a prequel, and his cast.
Interview Date: September 2006, Subjects: "Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning," taking on a prequel, and his cast.
Doug Liman - "Mr and Mrs Smith"
Interview Date: June 2005, Subjects: "Mr and Mrs Smith," Angelina Jolie, and Brad Pitt.
Interview Date: June 2005, Subjects: "Mr and Mrs Smith," Angelina Jolie, and Brad Pitt.
Richard Linklater - "A Scanner Darkly"
Interview Date: June 2006, Subjects: "A Scanner Darkly," rotoscope technique, and the scramble suit.
Interview Date: June 2006, Subjects: "A Scanner Darkly," rotoscope technique, and the scramble suit.
Richard Loncraine - "Firewall"
Interview Date: February 2006, Subjects: "Firewall," Paul Bettany as a bad guy, and technology.
Interview Date: February 2006, Subjects: "Firewall," Paul Bettany as a bad guy, and technology.
Donal Logue - "Tennis, Anyone...?"
Interview Date: November 2005, Subjects: "Tennis, Anyone...?", the inspiration for the characters, and directing his first film.
Interview Date: November 2005, Subjects: "Tennis, Anyone...?", the inspiration for the characters, and directing his first film.
Baz Luhrmann - "Moulin Rouge"
Interview Date: March 2002, Subjects: "Moulin Rouge," "Romeo & Juliet," "Strictly Ballroom," and DVDs.
Interview Date: March 2002, Subjects: "Moulin Rouge," "Romeo & Juliet," "Strictly Ballroom," and DVDs.
David Mamet - "Redbelt"
Interview Date: April 2008, Subjects: "Redbelt," his writing, and Jiu-Jitsu.
Interview Date: April 2008, Subjects: "Redbelt," his writing, and Jiu-Jitsu.
James Mangold - "3:10 to Yuma"
Interview Date: August 2007, Subjects: "3:10 to Yuma," Westerns, and working with Russell Crowe and Christian Bale.
Interview Date: August 2007, Subjects: "3:10 to Yuma," Westerns, and working with Russell Crowe and Christian Bale.
James Mangold - "Kate and Leopold"
Interview Date: December 2001, Subjects: "Kate and Leopold" and working with different time periods.
Interview Date: December 2001, Subjects: "Kate and Leopold" and working with different time periods.
Michael Mann - "Miami Vice"
Interview Date: July 2006, Subjects: "Miami Vice," the series vs the movie, and training his stars.
Interview Date: July 2006, Subjects: "Miami Vice," the series vs the movie, and training his stars.
James Marsh - "The King"
Interview Date: May 2006, Subjects: "The King," the film's subject matter, and casting Gael Garcia Bernal.
Interview Date: May 2006, Subjects: "The King," the film's subject matter, and casting Gael Garcia Bernal.
Garry Marshall - "Raising Helen"
Interview Date: September 2004, Subjects: "Raising Helen," "Happy Days," Kate Hudson, and chick flicks.
Interview Date: September 2004, Subjects: "Raising Helen," "Happy Days," Kate Hudson, and chick flicks.
Joshua Marston - "Maria Full of Grace"
Interview Date: July 2004, Subjects: "Maria Full of Grace," Columbia, and drug mules.
Interview Date: July 2004, Subjects: "Maria Full of Grace," Columbia, and drug mules.
Armistead Maupin - "The Night Listener"
Interview Date: August 2006, Subjects: "The Night Listener," adapting his own book, and the true story.
Interview Date: August 2006, Subjects: "The Night Listener," adapting his own book, and the true story.
John Maybury - "The Jacket"
Interview Date: February 2005, Subjects: "The Jacket," the Oscars, and casting Keira Knightley and Adrien Brody.
Interview Date: February 2005, Subjects: "The Jacket," the Oscars, and casting Keira Knightley and Adrien Brody.
Tom McCarthy - "The Visitor"
Interview Date: April 2008, Subjects: "The Visitor," developing the characters, and casting Richard Jenkins in the lead.
Interview Date: April 2008, Subjects: "The Visitor," developing the characters, and casting Richard Jenkins in the lead.
Michael McCullers - "Baby Mama"
Interview Date: April 2008, Subjects: "Baby Mama," creating a movie for Tina Fey and Amy Poehler, and being a dad.
Interview Date: April 2008, Subjects: "Baby Mama," creating a movie for Tina Fey and Amy Poehler, and being a dad.
McG - "Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle"
Interview Date: June 2003, Subjects: "Charlie's Angels," Drew, Cameron and Lucy, and life.
Interview Date: June 2003, Subjects: "Charlie's Angels," Drew, Cameron and Lucy, and life.
Adam McKay - "Anchorman"
Interview Date: June 2004, Subjects: "Anchorman," Will Ferrell and improvising.
Interview Date: June 2004, Subjects: "Anchorman," Will Ferrell and improvising.
Dave Meyers - "The Hitcher"
Interview Date: April 2007, Subjects: "The Hitcher," transitioning from commercials and music videos to feature films, his cast, the appeal of "The Hitcher," and his next project: "Witch Hunters."
Interview Date: April 2007, Subjects: "The Hitcher," transitioning from commercials and music videos to feature films, his cast, the appeal of "The Hitcher," and his next project: "Witch Hunters."
Mike Mills Interview - "Thumbsucker"
Interview Date: September 2005, Subjects: "Thumbsucker," his big name cast, and writing and directing his first feature film.
Interview Date: September 2005, Subjects: "Thumbsucker," his big name cast, and writing and directing his first feature film.
Mike Mitchell - "Surviving Christmas"
Interview Date: October 2004, Subjects: "Surviving Christmas," Ben Affleck and James Gandolfini, and "Sky High."
Interview Date: October 2004, Subjects: "Surviving Christmas," Ben Affleck and James Gandolfini, and "Sky High."
Errol Morris - "Standard Operating Procedure"
Interview Date: April 2008, Subjects: "Standard Operating Procedure," the research, and the Abu Ghraib photos.
Interview Date: April 2008, Subjects: "Standard Operating Procedure," the research, and the Abu Ghraib photos.
Phil Morrison - "Junebug"
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "Junebug," setting the film in North Carolina, and his "Junebug" cast.
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "Junebug," setting the film in North Carolina, and his "Junebug" cast.
Gabriele Muccino - "Remember Me, My Love"
Interview Date: June 2004, Subjects: "Remember Me," universal themes and casting Monica Bellucci.
Interview Date: June 2004, Subjects: "Remember Me," universal themes and casting Monica Bellucci.
Niels Mueller - "Assassination of Richard Nixon"
Interview Date: December 2004, Subjects: "Assassination of Richard Nixon," Sean Penn, and research.
Interview Date: December 2004, Subjects: "Assassination of Richard Nixon," Sean Penn, and research.
Kevin Munroe - "TMNT"
Interview Date - July 2006, Subjects: "TMNT," the film's tone, target audience, and his favorite Turtle.
Interview Date - July 2006, Subjects: "TMNT," the film's tone, target audience, and his favorite Turtle.
Mark Neveldine and Brian Taylor - "Crank"
Interview Date: August 2006, Subjects: "Crank," the idea for the script, the science, and Jason Statham.
Interview Date: August 2006, Subjects: "Crank," the idea for the script, the science, and Jason Statham.
Mike Newell - "Love in the Time of Cholera"
Interview Date: November 2007, Subjects: "Love in the Time of Cholera," aging his cast, and the book.
Interview Date: November 2007, Subjects: "Love in the Time of Cholera," aging his cast, and the book.
Mike Newell - "Prince of Persia"
Interview Date: November 2007, Subjects: "Prince of Persia" and the video game series.
Interview Date: November 2007, Subjects: "Prince of Persia" and the video game series.
Andrew Niccol - "Simone"
Interview Date: August 2002, Subjects: "Simone" and real celebrities versus CGI creations.
Interview Date: August 2002, Subjects: "Simone" and real celebrities versus CGI creations.
Christopher Nolan - "Batman Begins"
Interview Date: June 2005, Subjects: "Batman Begins," taking on a big budget blockbuster, setting the tone of "Batman Begins," the music of "Batman Begins," sequels, and CGI.
Interview Date: June 2005, Subjects: "Batman Begins," taking on a big budget blockbuster, setting the tone of "Batman Begins," the music of "Batman Begins," sequels, and CGI.
Christopher Nolan - "The Dark Knight"
Interview Date: June 2008, Subjects: "The Dark Knight," tackling his second Batman movie, his cast, and Heath Ledger's performance as The Joker.
Interview Date: June 2008, Subjects: "The Dark Knight," tackling his second Batman movie, his cast, and Heath Ledger's performance as The Joker.
Christopher Nolan - "The Prestige"
Interview Date: October 2006, Subjects: "The Prestige," his cast, magic on film, and "The Dark Knight."
Interview Date: October 2006, Subjects: "The Prestige," his cast, magic on film, and "The Dark Knight."
Jonathan Nossiter - "Mondovino"
Interview Date: March 2005, Subjects: "Mondovino" and wine.
Interview Date: March 2005, Subjects: "Mondovino" and wine.
Joe Nussbaum - "Sleepover"
Interview Date: November 2003, Subjects: "Sleepover," teen comedies, and Alexa Vega.
Interview Date: November 2003, Subjects: "Sleepover," teen comedies, and Alexa Vega.
Matthew O'Callaghan - "Curious George"
Interview Date: January 2006, Subjects: "Curious George," sticking to the tone of the source material, and his voice cast.
Interview Date: January 2006, Subjects: "Curious George," sticking to the tone of the source material, and his voice cast.
Damien O'Donnell - "Rory O'Shea Was Here"
Interview Date: January 2005, Subjects: "Rory O'Shea Was Here," casting the film, and portraying people with disabilities on the screen.
Interview Date: January 2005, Subjects: "Rory O'Shea Was Here," casting the film, and portraying people with disabilities on the screen.
Josh Olson - "A History of Violence"
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "A History of Violence," working with David Cronenberg, and adapting a graphic novel.
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "A History of Violence," working with David Cronenberg, and adapting a graphic novel.
Susan Orlean - "Adaptation" (Press Junket)
Interview Date: December 2002, Subjects: "Adaptation" and the bizarre adaptation of her novel by Charlie Kaufman.
Interview Date: December 2002, Subjects: "Adaptation" and the bizarre adaptation of her novel by Charlie Kaufman.
Susan Orlean - "Adaptation" (Premiere)
Interview Date: December 2002, Subjects: "Adaptation," "The Orchid Thief," Charlie Kaufman and Meryl Streep.
Interview Date: December 2002, Subjects: "Adaptation," "The Orchid Thief," Charlie Kaufman and Meryl Streep.
Bill Paxton - "The Greatest Game Ever Played"
Interview Date: September 2005, Subjects: "The Greatest Game Ever Played," Shia LaBeouf, and golf movies.
Interview Date: September 2005, Subjects: "The Greatest Game Ever Played," Shia LaBeouf, and golf movies.
Matthew Parkhill - "dot the i"
Interview Date: March 2005, Subjects: "dot the i," being a first time director, and casting Gael Garcia Bernal.
Interview Date: March 2005, Subjects: "dot the i," being a first time director, and casting Gael Garcia Bernal.
John Pasquin - "Joe Somebody"
Interview Date: December 2001, Subjects: "Joe Somebody" and working again with Tim Allen.
Interview Date: December 2001, Subjects: "Joe Somebody" and working again with Tim Allen.
Kimberly Peirce - "Stop-Loss"
Interview Date: February 2008, Subjects: "Stop-Loss," the research, the military, and interviewing AWOL soldiers.
Interview Date: February 2008, Subjects: "Stop-Loss," the research, the military, and interviewing AWOL soldiers.
Sean Penn - "Into the Wild"
Interview Date: September 2007, Subjects: "Into the Wild," the soundtrack, and telling Christopher McCandless' story.
Interview Date: September 2007, Subjects: "Into the Wild," the soundtrack, and telling Christopher McCandless' story.
Zak Penn - "The Grand"
Interview Date: March 2008, Subjects: "The Grand," staging an improv comedy, and poker.
Interview Date: March 2008, Subjects: "The Grand," staging an improv comedy, and poker.
Zak Penn - "Incident at Loch Ness"
Interview Date: October 2004, Subjects: "Incident at Loch Ness," Werner Herzog, and his poker movie.
Interview Date: October 2004, Subjects: "Incident at Loch Ness," Werner Herzog, and his poker movie.
Louis Pepe - "Lost in La Mancha"
Interview Date: February 2003, Subjects: "Lost in La Mancha," editing documentary footage, and working on a film with director Terry Gilliam.
Interview Date: February 2003, Subjects: "Lost in La Mancha," editing documentary footage, and working on a film with director Terry Gilliam.
Vadim Perelman Interview - "House of Sand and Fog"
Writer and first-time director Vadim Perelman talks about his movie "House of Sand and Fog," starring Jennifer Connelly and Ben Kingsley. Vadim Perelman discusses adapting "House of Sand and Fog," directing his first feature, and his next project, "The Talisman."
Writer and first-time director Vadim Perelman talks about his movie "House of Sand and Fog," starring Jennifer Connelly and Ben Kingsley. Vadim Perelman discusses adapting "House of Sand and Fog," directing his first feature, and his next project, "The Talisman."
Tyler Perry - "Tyler Perry's Madea's Family Reunion"
Interview Date: February 2006, Subjects: "Madea's Family Reunion," the origin of Madea, his audience, and the success of "Diary of a Mad Black Woman."
Interview Date: February 2006, Subjects: "Madea's Family Reunion," the origin of Madea, his audience, and the success of "Diary of a Mad Black Woman."
Tyler Perry - "Daddy's Little Girls"
Interview Date: February 2007, Subjects: "Tyler Perry's Daddy's Little Girls," directing, and the Madea films.
Interview Date: February 2007, Subjects: "Tyler Perry's Daddy's Little Girls," directing, and the Madea films.
Tyler Perry - "Why Did I Get Married?"
Interview Date: September 2007, Subjects: "Why Did I Get Married?," his cast, and why this is his best film to date.
Interview Date: September 2007, Subjects: "Why Did I Get Married?," his cast, and why this is his best film to date.
Wolfgang Petersen - "Poseidon"
Interview Date: May 2006, Subjects: "Poseidon," water-based movies, and his cast.
Interview Date: May 2006, Subjects: "Poseidon," water-based movies, and his cast.
Pitof - "Catwoman"
Interview Date: July 2004, Subjects: "Catwoman," Halle Berry, and real cats vs. CGI cats.
Interview Date: July 2004, Subjects: "Catwoman," Halle Berry, and real cats vs. CGI cats.
Laura Poitras - "My Country, My Country"
Interview Date: February 2007, Subjects: "My Country, My Country," her Oscar nomination and the film's subject matter.
Interview Date: February 2007, Subjects: "My Country, My Country," her Oscar nomination and the film's subject matter.
Mark and Michael Polish - "The Astronaut Farmer"
Interview Date: February 2007, Subjects: "The Astronaut Farmer," the story, the idea of making a family film, and the cast.
Interview Date: February 2007, Subjects: "The Astronaut Farmer," the story, the idea of making a family film, and the cast.
John Polson - "Hide and Seek"
Interview Date: January 2005, Subjects: "Hide and Seek," thrillers, and "Fear Itself."
Interview Date: January 2005, Subjects: "Hide and Seek," thrillers, and "Fear Itself."
Michael Pressman - "Frankie and Johnny are Married"
Interview Date: April 2004, Subjects: "Frankie and Johnny are Married," acting careers, and marriage.
Interview Date: April 2004, Subjects: "Frankie and Johnny are Married," acting careers, and marriage.
Paul Provenza Interview - "The Aristocrats"
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "The Aristocrats," working with Penn Jillette, and freedom of speech in America.
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "The Aristocrats," working with Penn Jillette, and freedom of speech in America.
Michael Prywes Interview - "Returning Mickey Stern"
Indie film director Michael Prywes talks about his "Returning Mickey Stern" movie starring Joe Bologna and Tom Bosley
Indie film director Michael Prywes talks about his "Returning Mickey Stern" movie starring Joe Bologna and Tom Bosley
Michael Radford - "The Merchant of Venice"
Interview Date: December 2004, Subjects: "The Merchant of Venice," adapting Shakespeare, and directing Al Pacino and Jeremy Irons.
Interview Date: December 2004, Subjects: "The Merchant of Venice," adapting Shakespeare, and directing Al Pacino and Jeremy Irons.
Sam Raimi - "Spider-Man 2"
Interview Date: June 2004, Subjects: "Spider-Man 2," humanity, and "Evil Dead."
Interview Date: June 2004, Subjects: "Spider-Man 2," humanity, and "Evil Dead."
Sam Raimi - "Spider-Man 3"
Interview Date: April 2007, Subjects: "Spider-Man 3," on helming his third "Spider-Man" movie, choosing the villains, the story of "Spider-Man 3," the possibility of no more "Spider-Man" movies in his future, and other upcoming projects.
Interview Date: April 2007, Subjects: "Spider-Man 3," on helming his third "Spider-Man" movie, choosing the villains, the story of "Spider-Man 3," the possibility of no more "Spider-Man" movies in his future, and other upcoming projects.
Harold Ramis - "The Ice Harvest"
Interview Date: November 2005, Subjects: "The Ice Harvest," his cast, and auditioning strippers.
Interview Date: November 2005, Subjects: "The Ice Harvest," his cast, and auditioning strippers.
Gabriel Range - "Death of a President"
Interview Date: October 2006, Subjects: "Death of a President," the controversy, the film's subject matter, President Bush's policies, and his cast.
Interview Date: October 2006, Subjects: "Death of a President," the controversy, the film's subject matter, President Bush's policies, and his cast.
Brett Ratner - "X-Men: The Last Stand"
Interview Date: May 2006, Subjects: "X-Men: The Last Stand," comic book movies, the subject matter, and "Rush Hour 3."
Interview Date: May 2006, Subjects: "X-Men: The Last Stand," comic book movies, the subject matter, and "Rush Hour 3."
Adam Ravetch - Artic Tale
Interview Date: July 2007, Subjects: "Artic Tale," filming polar bears and walruses, the shrinking polar ice cap, and filming in the Artic Ocean.
Interview Date: July 2007, Subjects: "Artic Tale," filming polar bears and walruses, the shrinking polar ice cap, and filming in the Artic Ocean.
Billy Ray - "Breach"
Interview Date: Jan 2007, Subjects: "Breach," the true story, Robert Hanssen, and casting Ryan Phillippe and Chris Cooper in lead roles.
Interview Date: Jan 2007, Subjects: "Breach," the true story, Robert Hanssen, and casting Ryan Phillippe and Chris Cooper in lead roles.
Ivan Reitman - "My Super Ex-Girlfriend"
Interview Date: July 2006, Subjects: "My Super Ex-Girlfriend," effects, his cast, and "Old School 2."
Interview Date: July 2006, Subjects: "My Super Ex-Girlfriend," effects, his cast, and "Old School 2."
Jason Reitman - "Juno"
Interview Date: December 2007, Subjects: "Juno," his dad, and Diablo Cody.
Interview Date: December 2007, Subjects: "Juno," his dad, and Diablo Cody.
Guy Ritchie - "Revolver"
Interview Date: October 2007, Subjects: "Revolver," "RocknRolla," and a "Dirty Dozen" remake.
Interview Date: October 2007, Subjects: "Revolver," "RocknRolla," and a "Dirty Dozen" remake.
Jay Roach - "Meet the Fockers"
Interview Date: December 2004, Subjects: "Meet the Fockers," Barbra Streisand, and acting styles.
Interview Date: December 2004, Subjects: "Meet the Fockers," Barbra Streisand, and acting styles.
Jordan Roberts - "Around the Bend"
Interview Date: October 2004, Subjects: "Around the Bend," his personal life, missing fathers, and male emotions.
Interview Date: October 2004, Subjects: "Around the Bend," his personal life, missing fathers, and male emotions.
Robert Rodriguez - "Grindhouse"
Interview Date: March 2007, Subjects: "Grindhouse," Quentin Tarantino, and strong female characters.
Interview Date: March 2007, Subjects: "Grindhouse," Quentin Tarantino, and strong female characters.
Robert Rodriguez - "Sin City"
Interview Date: March 2005, Subjects: "Sin City," casting the film, working with Frank Miller, and remaining true to the "Sin City" graphic novels.
Interview Date: March 2005, Subjects: "Sin City," casting the film, working with Frank Miller, and remaining true to the "Sin City" graphic novels.
George A Romero - "Diary of the Dead"
Interview Date: February 2008, Subjects: "Diary of the Dead" and being the zombie movie filmmaker.
Interview Date: February 2008, Subjects: "Diary of the Dead" and being the zombie movie filmmaker.
George Romero - "Land of the Dead"
Interview Date: June 2005, Subjects: "Land of the Dead," zombies, and losing the rights to "Night of the Living Dead."
Interview Date: June 2005, Subjects: "Land of the Dead," zombies, and losing the rights to "Night of the Living Dead."
Mark Rosman - "A Cinderella Story"
Interview Date: July 2004, Subjects: "A Cinderella Story," teenagers, and Hilary Duff.
Interview Date: July 2004, Subjects: "A Cinderella Story," teenagers, and Hilary Duff.
Mark Rosman - "The Perfect Man"
Interview Date: June 2005, Subjects: "The Perfect Man," teen movies, and Hilary Duff.
Interview Date: June 2005, Subjects: "The Perfect Man," teen movies, and Hilary Duff.
Eli Roth - "Cabin Fever"
Interview Date: August 2003, Subjects: "Cabin Fever," creating an original horror movie, flesh-eating viruses, and Union problems.
Interview Date: August 2003, Subjects: "Cabin Fever," creating an original horror movie, flesh-eating viruses, and Union problems.
Eli Roth - "Cell"
Interview Date: March 2006, Subjects: "Cell," "Hostel 2" and the resurgence of hard R rated horror films.
Interview Date: March 2006, Subjects: "Cell," "Hostel 2" and the resurgence of hard R rated horror films.
Eli Roth - "The Box"
Interview Date: May 2004, Subjects: "The Box," Richard Kelly, and "Cabin Fever" on DVD.
Interview Date: May 2004, Subjects: "The Box," Richard Kelly, and "Cabin Fever" on DVD.
Eli Roth - "Hostel"
Interview Date: June 2005, Subjects: "Hostel," "The Bad Seed," and "The Box."
Interview Date: June 2005, Subjects: "Hostel," "The Bad Seed," and "The Box."
Anthony and Joe Russo - "Welcome to Collinwood"
Interview Date: September 2002, Subjects: "Welcome to Collinwood," George Clooney and Steven Soderbergh.
Interview Date: September 2002, Subjects: "Welcome to Collinwood," George Clooney and Steven Soderbergh.
Eli Roth - "Hostel 2"
Interview Date: June 2006, Subjects: "Hostel 2," "The Cell," and Richard Kelly's Cannes experience with "Southland Tales."
Interview Date: June 2006, Subjects: "Hostel 2," "The Cell," and Richard Kelly's Cannes experience with "Southland Tales."
Fred Savage - "Daddy Day Camp"
Interview Date: August 2007, Subjects: "Daddy Day Camp," doing a sequel, directing kids and Cuba Gooding Jr, film versus TV work, and Cavemen the TV series.
Interview Date: August 2007, Subjects: "Daddy Day Camp," doing a sequel, directing kids and Cuba Gooding Jr, film versus TV work, and Cavemen the TV series.
Julian Schnabel - "The Diving Bell and the Butterfly"
Interview Date: November 2007, Subjects: "The Diving Bell and the Butterfly," deciding to film in French, and working with an Oscar winning cinematographer.
Interview Date: November 2007, Subjects: "The Diving Bell and the Butterfly," deciding to film in French, and working with an Oscar winning cinematographer.
Paul Schrader - "The Walker"
Interview Date: December 2007, Subjects: "The Walker," his cast, and "Taxi Driver."
Interview Date: December 2007, Subjects: "The Walker," his cast, and "Taxi Driver."
Liev Schreiber - "Everything is Illuminated"
Interview Date: August 2005, Subjects: "Everything is Illuminated," filming in Russian, and Elijah Wood.
Interview Date: August 2005, Subjects: "Everything is Illuminated," filming in Russian, and Elijah Wood.
Louis Schwartzberg - "America's Heart and Soul"
Interview Date: June 2004, Subjects: "America's Heart and Soul," Michael Mooore and "Fahrenheit 9/11," and filming real people.
Interview Date: June 2004, Subjects: "America's Heart and Soul," Michael Mooore and "Fahrenheit 9/11," and filming real people.
Martin Scorsese - "The Aviator"
Interview Date: December 2004, Subjects: "The Aviator," Howard Hughes, and Leonardo DiCaprio.
Interview Date: December 2004, Subjects: "The Aviator," Howard Hughes, and Leonardo DiCaprio.
Martin Scorsese - Dean Martin Biopic
Interview Date: December 2004, Subjects: A possible Dean Martin biopic, Warner Bros., and Martin and Lewis.
Interview Date: December 2004, Subjects: A possible Dean Martin biopic, Warner Bros., and Martin and Lewis.
Martin Scorsese - "The Departed"
Interview Date: September 2006, Subjects: "The Departed," remaking the Hong Kong film, the script, Jack Nicholson, and setting the film in Boston.
Interview Date: September 2006, Subjects: "The Departed," remaking the Hong Kong film, the script, Jack Nicholson, and setting the film in Boston.
Tony Scott - "Deja Vu"
Interview Date: November 2006, Subjects: "Deja Vu," reuniting with Denzel Washington and Jerry Bruckheimer, and shooting in New Orleans.
Interview Date: November 2006, Subjects: "Deja Vu," reuniting with Denzel Washington and Jerry Bruckheimer, and shooting in New Orleans.
Peter Segal - "50 First Dates"
Interview Date: May 2004, Subjects: "50 First Dates," "The Longest Yard," and Adam Sandler.
Interview Date: May 2004, Subjects: "50 First Dates," "The Longest Yard," and Adam Sandler.
Susan Seidelman - "Boynton Beach Club"
Interview Date: August 2006, Subjects: "Boynton Beach Club," comedies aimed at an older audience, and her cast.
Interview Date: August 2006, Subjects: "Boynton Beach Club," comedies aimed at an older audience, and her cast.
Michael Seitzman - "North Country"
Interview Date: October 2005, Subjects: "North Country," adapting a true story, and his future projects.
Interview Date: October 2005, Subjects: "North Country," adapting a true story, and his future projects.
Tom Shadyac - "Dragonfly"
Interview Date: February 2002, Subjects: "Dragonfly" and how comedy prepares him for the supernatural.
Interview Date: February 2002, Subjects: "Dragonfly" and how comedy prepares him for the supernatural.
Tom Shadyac - "Evan Almighty"
Interview Date: June 2007, Subjects: "Evan Almighty," the budget, the sequel, and CGI animals.
Interview Date: June 2007, Subjects: "Evan Almighty," the budget, the sequel, and CGI animals.
Steven Shainberg - "Secretary"
Director Steven Shainberg talks about his film, "Secretary," starring James Spader and Maggie Gyllenhaal in an interview courtesy of Lions Gate Films.
Director Steven Shainberg talks about his film, "Secretary," starring James Spader and Maggie Gyllenhaal in an interview courtesy of Lions Gate Films.
Adam Shankman - "A Walk to Remember"
Interview Date: January 2002, Subjects: "A Walk to Remember," ponytails equal ugly, and Mandy Moore.
Interview Date: January 2002, Subjects: "A Walk to Remember," ponytails equal ugly, and Mandy Moore.
Bob Shaye - "The Last Mimzy"
Interview Date: March 2007, Subjects: "The Last Mimzy," directing and being a studio head, and why he was so dedicated to bringing "The Last Mimzy" to life.
Interview Date: March 2007, Subjects: "The Last Mimzy," directing and being a studio head, and why he was so dedicated to bringing "The Last Mimzy" to life.
Jim Sheridan - "In America"
Interview Date: December 2003, Subjects: "In America," casting Emma and Sarah Bolger, writing with his daughters, and 'organic' directing.
Interview Date: December 2003, Subjects: "In America," casting Emma and Sarah Bolger, writing with his daughters, and 'organic' directing.
Michael Showalter - "The Baxter"
Interview Date: August 2005, Subjects: "The Baxter," making his directorial debut, and his cast.
Interview Date: August 2005, Subjects: "The Baxter," making his directorial debut, and his cast.
Eve Shpak - "Light to All Nations"
Interview Date: August 2007, Subjects: "Light to All Nations," recovery, and shooting in Israel.
Interview Date: August 2007, Subjects: "Light to All Nations," recovery, and shooting in Israel.
M. Night Shyamalan - "The Village"
Interview Date: July 2004, Subjects: "The Village," the writing process, and a career retrospective.
Interview Date: July 2004, Subjects: "The Village," the writing process, and a career retrospective.
Bryan Singer - "Superman Returns"
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "Superman Returns," the script, Brandon Routh, the tone of the film, and preview clips.
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "Superman Returns," the script, Brandon Routh, the tone of the film, and preview clips.
Bryan Singer - "Superman Returns"
Interview Date: February 2006, Subjects: "Superman Returns," humor, and why 2006 is the right time for the return of Superman.
Interview Date: February 2006, Subjects: "Superman Returns," humor, and why 2006 is the right time for the return of Superman.
Bryan Singer - "Superman Returns"
Interview Date: June 2006, Subjects: "Superman Returns," paying homage to Richard Donner's film, casting Brandon Routh, and the final cut.
Interview Date: June 2006, Subjects: "Superman Returns," paying homage to Richard Donner's film, casting Brandon Routh, and the final cut.
Jason Smilovic - "Lucky Number Slevin"
Interview Date: March 2006, Subjects: "Lucky Number Slevin," the cast, and the writing process.
Interview Date: March 2006, Subjects: "Lucky Number Slevin," the cast, and the writing process.
Kevin Smith - "Clerks 2"
Interview Date: July 2006, Subjects: "Clerks 2," why a sequel, and his cast.
Interview Date: July 2006, Subjects: "Clerks 2," why a sequel, and his cast.
Kevin Smith - "Clerks 2"
Interview Date: February 2006, Subjects: "Clerks 2," "Fletch," "Green Hornet," "Star Wars," and "Jersey Girl."
Interview Date: February 2006, Subjects: "Clerks 2," "Fletch," "Green Hornet," "Star Wars," and "Jersey Girl."
Kevin Smith - "Green Hornet"
Interview Date: October 2004, Subjects: "Green Hornet," "Clerks," and the "Donnie Darko" DVD.
Interview Date: October 2004, Subjects: "Green Hornet," "Clerks," and the "Donnie Darko" DVD.
Kevin Smith - "Jersey Girl"
Interview Date: March 2004, Subjects: "Jersey Girl," Ben Affleck, editing, and fatherhood.
Interview Date: March 2004, Subjects: "Jersey Girl," Ben Affleck, editing, and fatherhood.
Zack Snyder - "300"
Interview Date: July 2006, Subjects: "300," adapting Frank Miller's graphic novel, and "Watchmen."
Interview Date: July 2006, Subjects: "300," adapting Frank Miller's graphic novel, and "Watchmen."
Zack Snyder - "300"
Interview Date: November 2006, Subjects: "300," the visual effects, the cast, and Frank Miller's graphic novel.
Interview Date: November 2006, Subjects: "300," the visual effects, the cast, and Frank Miller's graphic novel.
Zack Snyder - "300"
Interview Date: February 2007, Subjects: "300," the novel, and "Watchmen."
Interview Date: February 2007, Subjects: "300," the novel, and "Watchmen."
Zack Snyder - "Dawn of the Dead"
Interview Date: March 2004, Subjects: "Dawn of the Dead," zombies and re-envisioning vs. remaking a movie.
Interview Date: March 2004, Subjects: "Dawn of the Dead," zombies and re-envisioning vs. remaking a movie.
Zack Snyder - "Watchmen"
Interview Date: July 2007, Subjects: "Watchmen," his cast, the screenplay, and the sets.
Interview Date: July 2007, Subjects: "Watchmen," his cast, the screenplay, and the sets.
Iain Softley - "The Skeleton Key"
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "The Skeleton Key," thrillers, and Kate Hudson.
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "The Skeleton Key," thrillers, and Kate Hudson.
Auraeus Solito - "The Blossoming of Maximo Oliveros"
Interview Date: February 2007, Subjects: "The Blossoming of Maximo Oliveros," the Philippines, and awards.
Interview Date: February 2007, Subjects: "The Blossoming of Maximo Oliveros," the Philippines, and awards.
Todd Solondz - "Palindromes"
Interview Date: April 2005, Subjects: "Palindromes," csating Ellen Barkin, and releasing his film without a rating.
Interview Date: April 2005, Subjects: "Palindromes," csating Ellen Barkin, and releasing his film without a rating.
Stephen Sommers - "Van Helsing"
Interview Date: May 2004, Subjects: "Van Helsing," classic monsters, and Hugh Jackman.
Interview Date: May 2004, Subjects: "Van Helsing," classic monsters, and Hugh Jackman.
Nicholas Sparks - "The Notebook"
Interview Date: June 2004, Subjects: "The Notebook," adapting his books to films, and love stories.
Interview Date: June 2004, Subjects: "The Notebook," adapting his books to films, and love stories.
Nicholas Sparks - "A Walk to Remember"
Interview Date: January 2002, Subjects: "A Walk to Remember," the film's casting and upcoming projects.
Interview Date: January 2002, Subjects: "A Walk to Remember," the film's casting and upcoming projects.
Morgan Spurlock - "Where in the World is Osama Bin Laden?"
Interview Date: April 2008, Subjects: "Where in the World is Osama Bin Laden?," his search for the terrorist, and the world's perception of Americans.
Interview Date: April 2008, Subjects: "Where in the World is Osama Bin Laden?," his search for the terrorist, and the world's perception of Americans.
Andrew Stanton - "Cars"
Interview Date: January 2006, Subjects: "Cars," "Finding Nemo," and how the guys at Pixar decide on projects.
Interview Date: January 2006, Subjects: "Cars," "Finding Nemo," and how the guys at Pixar decide on projects.
Andrew Stanton - "WALL-E"
Interview Date: June 2008, Subjects: "WALL-E," the inspiration for a lonely robot, and the film's environmental message.
Interview Date: June 2008, Subjects: "WALL-E," the inspiration for a lonely robot, and the film's environmental message.
John Stockwell - "Blue Crush"
Interview Date: August 2002, Subjects: "Blue Crush," working with the ocean and without blue screens.
Interview Date: August 2002, Subjects: "Blue Crush," working with the ocean and without blue screens.
John Stockwell - "Into the Blue"
Interview Date: September 2005, Subjects: "Into the Blue," the appeal of water movies, and torturing his cast.
Interview Date: September 2005, Subjects: "Into the Blue," the appeal of water movies, and torturing his cast.
John Stockwell - "Turistas"
Interview Date: November 2006, Subjects: "Turistas," working in water, and casting Josh Duhamel.
Interview Date: November 2006, Subjects: "Turistas," working in water, and casting Josh Duhamel.
Tracy Heather Strain - "Building the Alaska Highway"
Interview Date: February 2005, Subjects: "Building the Alaska Highway," interviewing surviving engineers, and working with writer Randall MacLowry.
Interview Date: February 2005, Subjects: "Building the Alaska Highway," interviewing surviving engineers, and working with writer Randall MacLowry.
Colin and Greg Strause - "Aliens vs Predator: Requiem"
Interview Date: December 2007, Subjects: "Aliens vs Predator: Requiem," the creatures, the effects, and the franchises.
Interview Date: December 2007, Subjects: "Aliens vs Predator: Requiem," the creatures, the effects, and the franchises.
Anthony Swofford - "Jarhead"
Interview Date: October 2005, Subjects: "Jarhead," allowing his book to become a movie, and working with screenwriter William Broyles Jr.
Interview Date: October 2005, Subjects: "Jarhead," allowing his book to become a movie, and working with screenwriter William Broyles Jr.
Quentin Tarantino - "Grindhouse"
Interview Date: March 2007, Subjects: "Grindhouse," the idea to put two films together, and working with Robert Rodriguez.
Interview Date: March 2007, Subjects: "Grindhouse," the idea to put two films together, and working with Robert Rodriguez.
Chris Terrio - "Heights"
Interview Date: June 2005, Subjects: "Heights," directing Glenn Close, and setting this Merchant Ivory film in New York.
Interview Date: June 2005, Subjects: "Heights," directing Glenn Close, and setting this Merchant Ivory film in New York.
Rawson Marshall Thurber - "Dodgeball"
Interview Date: June 2004, Subjects: "Dodgeball," Ben Stiller, Vince Vaughn, and being a writer/director.
Interview Date: June 2004, Subjects: "Dodgeball," Ben Stiller, Vince Vaughn, and being a writer/director.
Tom Tykwer - "Perfume"
Interview Date: November 2006, Subjects: "Perfume," his cast, adapting Suskind's novel, and getting the tone right.
Interview Date: November 2006, Subjects: "Perfume," his cast, adapting Suskind's novel, and getting the tone right.
Mike Tollin - "Summer Catch"
Interview Date: August 2001, Subjects: "Summer Catch," baseball and thongs.
Interview Date: August 2001, Subjects: "Summer Catch," baseball and thongs.
David Twohy - "The Chronicles of Riddick"
Interview Date: June 2004, Subjects: "The Chronicles of Riddick," Vin Diesel, and possible sequels.
Interview Date: June 2004, Subjects: "The Chronicles of Riddick," Vin Diesel, and possible sequels.
Gore Verbinski - "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest"
Interview Date: June 2006, Subjects: "Pirates of the Caribbean Dead Man's Chest," filming the second and third movies at the same time, CGI, and working with Johnny Depp.
Interview Date: June 2006, Subjects: "Pirates of the Caribbean Dead Man's Chest," filming the second and third movies at the same time, CGI, and working with Johnny Depp.
Paul Verhoeven - "Black Book"
Interview Date: March 2007, Subjects: "Black Book," life after "Showgirls" and "Hollow Man," and "The Winter Queen."
Interview Date: March 2007, Subjects: "Black Book," life after "Showgirls" and "Hollow Man," and "The Winter Queen."
Taika Waititi - "Eagle vs Shark"
Interview Date: June 2007, Subjects: "Eagle vs Shark," the story, and making his feature film directorial debut.
Interview Date: June 2007, Subjects: "Eagle vs Shark," the story, and making his feature film directorial debut.
James Wan - "Death Sentence"
Interview Date: July 2007, Subjects: "Death Sentence," working with Kevin Bacon and James Wan, playing the bad guy, physically preparing for the role, and choosing projects.
Interview Date: July 2007, Subjects: "Death Sentence," working with Kevin Bacon and James Wan, playing the bad guy, physically preparing for the role, and choosing projects.
Denzel Washington - "Antwone Fisher"
Interview Date: November 2002, Subjects: "Antwone Fisher," the real Antwone, and getting behind the camera for his directorial debut.
Interview Date: November 2002, Subjects: "Antwone Fisher," the real Antwone, and getting behind the camera for his directorial debut.
Denzel Washington - "The Great Debaters"
Interview Date: December 2007, Subjects: "The Great Debaters," the story, and role models.
Interview Date: December 2007, Subjects: "The Great Debaters," the story, and role models.
Mark Waters - "The Spiderwick Chronicles"
Interview Date: July 2007, Subjects: "The Spiderwick Chronicles," bringing the fantasy world to life, casting Freddie Highmore as twins, and special effects.
Interview Date: July 2007, Subjects: "The Spiderwick Chronicles," bringing the fantasy world to life, casting Freddie Highmore as twins, and special effects.
Damon Wayans - "Behind the Smile"
Interview Date: March 2006, Subjects: "Behind the Smile" and working outside the studio system.
Interview Date: March 2006, Subjects: "Behind the Smile" and working outside the studio system.
Lizzy Weiss - "Blue Crush"
Interview Date: August 2002, Subjects: "Blue Crush" and adapting a magazine article into a feature film.
Interview Date: August 2002, Subjects: "Blue Crush" and adapting a magazine article into a feature film.
Chris Weitz - "The Golden Compass"
Interview Date: November 2007, Subjects: "The Golden Compass," CGI, imaginary creatures, and Philip Pullman's books.
Interview Date: November 2007, Subjects: "The Golden Compass," CGI, imaginary creatures, and Philip Pullman's books.
Paul Weitz - "American Dreamz"
Interview Date: April 2006, Subjects: "American Dreamz," his cast, and political satire.
Interview Date: April 2006, Subjects: "American Dreamz," his cast, and political satire.
Wim Wenders - "Don't Come Knocking"
Interview Date: March 2006, Subjects: "Don't Come Knocking," the script, and choosing film projects.
Interview Date: March 2006, Subjects: "Don't Come Knocking," the script, and choosing film projects.
Leigh Whannell - "Dead Silence"
Interview Date: March 2007, Subjects: "Dead Silence," the film's tone, and the "Saw" franchise.
Interview Date: March 2007, Subjects: "Dead Silence," the film's tone, and the "Saw" franchise.
Leigh Whannell - "Saw III"
Interview Date: July 2006, Subjects: "Saw III," the franchise, the fans, and those who hate sequels.
Interview Date: July 2006, Subjects: "Saw III," the franchise, the fans, and those who hate sequels.
Joss Whedon - "Buffy" and "Angel"
Interview Date: July 2003, Subjects: "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," "Angel," the reemergence of Spike, and a Broadway musical.
Interview Date: July 2003, Subjects: "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," "Angel," the reemergence of Spike, and a Broadway musical.
Joss Whedon - "Serenity"
Interview Date: February 2005, Subjects: Whedon and "Serenity" cast public Q&A at the San Francisco Wonder Con.
Interview Date: February 2005, Subjects: Whedon and "Serenity" cast public Q&A at the San Francisco Wonder Con.
Joss Whedon - "Serenity
Interview Date: September 2005, Subjects: "Serenity," "Firefly," and "Wonder Woman."
Interview Date: September 2005, Subjects: "Serenity," "Firefly," and "Wonder Woman."
Joss Whedon - "Wonder Woman"
Interview Date: March 2006, Subjects: "Wonder Woman," "Serenity," and "Goners."
Interview Date: March 2006, Subjects: "Wonder Woman," "Serenity," and "Goners."
Mat Whitecross - "The Road to Guantanamo"
Interview Date: February 2007, Subjects: "The Road to Guantanamo," the story, the audience, and documentary filmmaking.
Interview Date: February 2007, Subjects: "The Road to Guantanamo," the story, the audience, and documentary filmmaking.
Len Wiseman - "Underworld"
Interview Date: July 2003, Subjects: "Underworld," werewolves and vampires, and directing a feature film.
Interview Date: July 2003, Subjects: "Underworld," werewolves and vampires, and directing a feature film.
Len Wiseman - "Underworld: Evolution"
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "Underworld: Evolution," the creatures, and revisiting "Underworld."
Interview Date: July 2005, Subjects: "Underworld: Evolution," the creatures, and revisiting "Underworld."
Edgar Wright - "Hot Fuzz"
Interview Date: April 2007, Subjects: "Hot Fuzz," cameos by Cate Blanchett and Peter Jackson, and his "Grindhouse" trailer.
Interview Date: April 2007, Subjects: "Hot Fuzz," cameos by Cate Blanchett and Peter Jackson, and his "Grindhouse" trailer.
Edgar Wright - "Shaun of the Dead"
Interview Date: July 2004, Subjects: "Shaun of the Dead," writing with Simon Pegg, and creating a romantic zombie comedy.
Interview Date: July 2004, Subjects: "Shaun of the Dead," writing with Simon Pegg, and creating a romantic zombie comedy.
David Yates - "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix"
Interview Date: July 2007, Subjects: "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix," his cast, adapting the novels and tackling "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince."
Interview Date: July 2007, Subjects: "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix," his cast, adapting the novels and tackling "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince."
Mark Young - "Tooth and Nail"
Interview Date: November 2007, Subjects: "Tooth and Nail," the premise, the horror genre, and After Dark Horrorfest.
Interview Date: November 2007, Subjects: "Tooth and Nail," the premise, the horror genre, and After Dark Horrorfest.
Ronny Yu - "Freddy vs. Jason"
Interview Date: July 2003, Subjects: "Freddy vs. Jason," Hong Kong-style filmmaking, and mixing two horror movie franchises.
Interview Date: July 2003, Subjects: "Freddy vs. Jason," Hong Kong-style filmmaking, and mixing two horror movie franchises.
Robert Zemeckis - "The Polar Express"
Interview Date: November 2004, Subjects: "The Polar Express," Tom Hanks, and motion capture.
Interview Date: November 2004, Subjects: "The Polar Express," Tom Hanks, and motion capture.
Rob Zombie - "Halloween"
Interview Date: August 2007, Subjects: "Halloween," Michael Myers, remaking the film, and John Carpenter.
Interview Date: August 2007, Subjects: "Halloween," Michael Myers, remaking the film, and John Carpenter.
Edward Zwick - "Blood Diamond"
Interview Date: November 2006, Subjects: "Blood Diamond," conflict diamonds, and the controversy stirred up by the film.
Interview Date: November 2006, Subjects: "Blood Diamond," conflict diamonds, and the controversy stirred up by the film.