Interviews — FilmSpeak

Screenwriter Matt Lopez On Creating A Relatable 'Father of the Bride' Remake

In an exclusive interview with FilmSpeak, screenwriter Matt Lopez discusses why he wanted to make a modern version of Father of the Bride, and why he thinks it’ll resonate with the Latinx community.

Interviews, Television, Movies, HBO MaxDempsey PillotJune 17, 2022interview, HBO MAX, HBO Max, Father of the Bride, Matt Lopez, remakeComment

Bryan Cranston, Annette Bening and Larry Wilmore Go Large in 'Jerry and Marge'

FilmSpeak wins the lottery as we sit down with legendary actors Bryan Cranston and Annette Bening and comedian Larry Wilmore to discuss their latest film Jerry and Marge Go Large, streaming on Paramount+ June 17th. The film is inspired by the remarkable true story of retiree Jerry Selbee (Cranston), who discovers a mathematical loophole in the Massachusetts lottery and, with the help of his wife, Marge (Bening), wins millions.

The Cast of 'The Orville: New Horizons' Are Ready to Boldly Go Into Season 3

When The Orville debuted five years ago, few knew that the Seth MacFarlane creation would end up where it is today. That isn’t simply the fact that The Orville eventually landed on Hulu, it’s also the fact that the show really found itself and its audience in its second season. FilmSpeak sits down with the cast and crew of the show to talk about the exciting and long awaited season 3.

"Screw You Guys" - The Newton Brothers Talk Composing 'Midnight Mass'

Composers Andy Grush and Taylor Newton Stewart are better known as The Newton Brothers, creating film scores since 2011, and recently, are responsible for working on some of the more critically acclaimed horror entertainment out there. They sat down with FilmSpeak to talk about their personal musical journeys.

InterviewsTina KakadelisJune 3, 2022the newton brothers, Mike Flanagan, Midnight Mass, Netflix Midnight Mass, netflixComment

'Sonic the Hedgehog 2' Interviews: The Cast Celebrates Becoming the Highest Grossing Video Game Film

When a little blue hedgehog debuted in the summer of 1991, it might be a safe assumption that no one knew how big a property he would become. Stars of Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Lee Majdoub, Colleen O’Shaughnessey and director Jeff Fowler reflect on how Sonic became the success story it is, while the film comes to Paramount+.

‘Downton Abbey: A New Era’ Interview: John Lunn on Continuing Momentum from Small Screen to Films

Expertly creating rich emotional swings through his music, Downton Abbey fans have come to love Composer John Lunn’s incredible score that amplifies the series’ dramatic tensions throughout the series’ six seasons, and the 2019 feature film. Lunn sat down with FilmSpeak to discuss the process of scoring Downton Abbey: A New Era, and reflects on the TV series as a whole.

'The Lost City' Interviews: The Nee Brothers and Oscar Nuñez Talk Rom-Coms and Possible Sequel

In a world where most romantic comedies are relegated to streaming services, The Lost City hit theaters back in March, making it clear there is not only an audience still hungry for this genre, but that this is a story worth telling on the big screen. FilmSpeak sits down with the directors, the Nee Brothers and star Oscar Nuñez now that the film is available on demand.

Composer Anne Nikitin On Scoring The Elizabeth Holmes Saga In Hulu's 'The Dropout'

While Academy Award-nominee Amanda Seyfried’s portrayal of Elizabeth Holmes is too good to turn away from, it’s composer Anne Nikitin’s synth score that compels viewers of ‘The Dropout’ to really get engaged. In this exclusive interview with FilmSpeak, Nikitin details the process of scoring the controversial story.

Interviews, Television, HuluDempsey PillotMay 6, 2022Interview, Anna Nikitin, Amanda Seyfried, The Dropout, Hulu, ExclusiveComment

'Doctor Strange in The Multiverse of Madness' Screenwriter Michael Waldron Reveals How Big the MCU Can Get

Michael Waldron, creator of Loki and writer of Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness talks about Loki season 2, what characters he wants to bring into the MCU, and just how big the multiverse can get. Waldron and this generation of Marvel creators have reinvented a very popular wheel, and he promises to continue to push the envelope in future MCU phases.

Composer Dominik Scherer Discusses The Music Beneath The Mystery In 'The Tourist'

In an exclusive interview with FilmSpeak, composer Dominik Scherer details the difficulty he had balancing the heavy moments with its light-hearted ones in his score for HBO’s ‘The Tourist’.

Interviews, TelevisionDempsey PillotMay 3, 2022Interview, Dominik Scherer, Jamie Dornan, HBO Max, The Tourist, ExclusiveComment

Director Michael McGowan Interview: 'All My Puny Sorrows', and Remaining Canadian

What is particularly notable of Director Michael McGowan, despite being tempted by the seductress that is America, is he has told predominantly Canadian stories. All My Puny Sorrows, based off the book by Miriam Toews is yet another notch in the proverbial beaver skin belt; a sweet and sorrowful story about how a family is trying to deal with depression.

Comedian Matt Walsh Interview: Casting, Collaboration and the Keys to Comedy

Even if you’re not a fan of HBO’s political comedy VEEP, chances are you have seen something that Primetime Emmy nominated actor/comedian Matt Walsh has been in. The seasoned comedian has been a part of some the most impressive comedic ensembles in recent television and film, and he now brings that experience to his new film, Unplugging.

'Crush' Writers Casey Rackham and Kirsten King on the Enduring Power of Rom Coms

Sitting down with FilmSpeak are writers Casey Rackham and Kirsten King, whose upcoming feature film, Crush, premieres on Hulu April 29th. Rackham and King are longtime lovers of the genre, but they knew they wanted their writing debut to shine the spotlight on an often-under-represented group of people.

Cinematographer Andrew Droz Palermo Interview: The Difficulty Of Displaying Duality In 'Moon Knight' and Being Courted For More Marvel

Cinematographer Andrew Droz Palermo breaks down his work in Marvel’s Moon Knight, and discusses whether or not he’ll return for some future MCU projects.

'Everything Everywhere All At Once' Directors Interview: The Daniels talk about Reigning in Absurdity and Their Future

After throwing every idea they ever had into the multiversal adventure, directors Dan Kwan and Daniel Scheinert look at how their past shaped their filmmaking future, and what possibly awaits them in that future. Continue to see the full video interview and hear what the Daniels had to say about “Everything Everywhere All At Once”.

Son Lux Discusses Composing the Impossible in 'Everything Everywhere All At Once'

While the mind-boggling visuals and editing promise to keep your attention when watching Everything Everywhere All At Once, the film’s 49-track score by experimental musical trio Son Lux make the experience that much more memorable, all while simultaneously tugging at your heartstrings. Here’s our interview with the group.

'iCarly' Interview: Stars Jaidyn Triplett and Laci Mosley on the Influence of the Show and Social Media

The beloved series iCarly is back in action, and long-time fans were full of excitement and joy that their favorite series was getting a revival treatment. FilmSpeak sat down with stars Jaidyn Triplett and Laci Mosley to discuss what we can expect from their characters and the show in season 2.

'The Fairly Oddparents: Fairly Odder' Cast Interviews: Introducing a New Generation to Cosmo and Wanda

Streaming on Paramount+, the new show The Fairly Oddparents: Fairly Odder sees the return of a now grown Timmy Turner and his beloved fairy godparents, Cosmo and Wanda. FilmSpeak got to sit down with the cast to talk about the exciting retooling of the popular animated show.

The Cast of 'Jackass Forever' Interviews: This Wild Bunch Is Still Hungry For More

FilmSpeak got to sit down with key members of Johnny Knoxville’s merry band of misfits, as they have returned for a fourth instalment of the beloved, stunt-heavy franchise with Jackass Forever. This wild bunch has made it clear, there is still a hunger to give fans more of what they love.

Celebrity Interviews, InterviewsTom ChatalbashMarch 29, 2022jackass forever, interview, jackass, comedyComment

‘Morbius’ Composer Jon Ekstrand on How John Carpenter Inspired the Music of Jared Leto’s Marvel Movie

Morbius composer Jon Ekstrand discusses how John Carpenter and 80’s synth scores helped shape the soundscape for Sony’s Jared Leto-vampire comic book adaptation.