Every year, I get a kick out of interviewing the Oscar-nominated screenwriters at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival. This year’s panel included two rookie film writer-directors (Cord Jefferson of “American Fiction” and Celine Song of “Past Lives”), two first-time feature screenwriters (Samy Burch of “May December” and David Hemingson of “The Holdovers”), two who studied law (Hemingson and Josh Singer of “Maestro”) and two co-writers with live-in partners (Burch and Arthur Harari of “Anatomy of a Fall”). And oddly, three have westerns in the works as their next projects.
Here’s a few highlights of what I gleaned from these brilliant writers.
1. David Hemingson leaned on his relatives for “The Holdovers.”
The television writer first wrote a pilot about an East Coast boarding school that his agent told him he could use as a writing sample. But the script got to Alexander Payne who liked it and cold-called...
Here’s a few highlights of what I gleaned from these brilliant writers.
1. David Hemingson leaned on his relatives for “The Holdovers.”
The television writer first wrote a pilot about an East Coast boarding school that his agent told him he could use as a writing sample. But the script got to Alexander Payne who liked it and cold-called...
- 2/16/2024
- by Anne Thompson
- Indiewire
Filmmaker Yorgos Lanthimos (The Killing of a Sacred Deer, Dogtooth) is back with Poor Things, a Frankenstein-like tale based on the 1992 novel by Alistair Gray.
Emma Stone stars alongside Willem Dafoe, and you can watch the full official trailer below. Underneath, you’ll find a brand new poster that’s particularly striking.
Poor Things also stars Ramy Youssef, Jerrod Carmichael, Christopher Abbot, and Mark Ruffalo. The film will be released only in theaters on September 8, 2023.
Lanthimos’ latest tells “the incredible tale and fantastical evolution of Bella Baxter (Stone), a young woman brought back to life by the brilliant and unorthodox scientist Dr. Godwin Baxter (Dafoe). Under Baxter’s protection, Bella is eager to learn. Hungry for the worldliness she is lacking, Bella runs off with Duncan Wedderburn (Ruffalo), a slick and debauched lawyer, on a whirlwind adventure across the continents. Free from the prejudices of her times, Bella grows steadfast...
Emma Stone stars alongside Willem Dafoe, and you can watch the full official trailer below. Underneath, you’ll find a brand new poster that’s particularly striking.
Poor Things also stars Ramy Youssef, Jerrod Carmichael, Christopher Abbot, and Mark Ruffalo. The film will be released only in theaters on September 8, 2023.
Lanthimos’ latest tells “the incredible tale and fantastical evolution of Bella Baxter (Stone), a young woman brought back to life by the brilliant and unorthodox scientist Dr. Godwin Baxter (Dafoe). Under Baxter’s protection, Bella is eager to learn. Hungry for the worldliness she is lacking, Bella runs off with Duncan Wedderburn (Ruffalo), a slick and debauched lawyer, on a whirlwind adventure across the continents. Free from the prejudices of her times, Bella grows steadfast...
- 6/8/2023
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Filmmaker Yorgos Lanthimos (The Killing of a Sacred Deer, Dogtooth) is back with Poor Things, a Frankenstein-like tale based on the 1992 novel by Alistair Gray.
Emma Stone stars alongside Willem Dafoe, and you can check out Searchlight’s official teaser poster below. We expect the full trailer is coming soon. Stay tuned.
Poor Things also stars Ramy Youssef, Jerrod Carmichael, Christopher Abbot, and Mark Ruffalo. The film will be released only in theaters on September 8, 2023.
Lanthimos’ latest tells “the incredible tale and fantastical evolution of Bella Baxter (Stone), a young woman brought back to life by the brilliant and unorthodox scientist Dr. Godwin Baxter (Dafoe). Under Baxter’s protection, Bella is eager to learn. Hungry for the worldliness she is lacking, Bella runs off with Duncan Wedderburn (Ruffalo), a slick and debauched lawyer, on a whirlwind adventure across the continents. Free from the prejudices of her times, Bella grows steadfast...
Emma Stone stars alongside Willem Dafoe, and you can check out Searchlight’s official teaser poster below. We expect the full trailer is coming soon. Stay tuned.
Poor Things also stars Ramy Youssef, Jerrod Carmichael, Christopher Abbot, and Mark Ruffalo. The film will be released only in theaters on September 8, 2023.
Lanthimos’ latest tells “the incredible tale and fantastical evolution of Bella Baxter (Stone), a young woman brought back to life by the brilliant and unorthodox scientist Dr. Godwin Baxter (Dafoe). Under Baxter’s protection, Bella is eager to learn. Hungry for the worldliness she is lacking, Bella runs off with Duncan Wedderburn (Ruffalo), a slick and debauched lawyer, on a whirlwind adventure across the continents. Free from the prejudices of her times, Bella grows steadfast...
- 5/31/2023
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
An eccentric and captivating new teaser for director Yorgos Lanthimos’ “Poor Things” has just been unveiled.
Based on the 1992 novel by Alistair Gray, the upcoming film centers around Bella Baxter, a young woman brought back to life in a Frankenstein-like fashion by unorthodox scientist Dr. Godwin Baxter (Willem Dafoe).
Emma Stone in ‘Poor Things’ — Photo: Searchlight Pictures
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Bella is brimming with excitement to explore the new world she was never a part of. Fueling her desire to rebel, she eventually runs off with Duncan Wedderburn (Mark Ruffalo), a slick and charming lawyer, as they embark on a daring adventure across continents.
Willem Dafoe in ‘Poor Things’ — Photo: Searchlight Pictures
“I am finding being alive fascinating,” states Bella in the darkly enchanting teaser, showcasing various warped and whimsical environments as director...
Based on the 1992 novel by Alistair Gray, the upcoming film centers around Bella Baxter, a young woman brought back to life in a Frankenstein-like fashion by unorthodox scientist Dr. Godwin Baxter (Willem Dafoe).
Emma Stone in ‘Poor Things’ — Photo: Searchlight Pictures
Read More: Emma Stone Goes Viral After Being Caught On Camera Losing It To Taylor Swift Track At ‘Eras Tour’
Bella is brimming with excitement to explore the new world she was never a part of. Fueling her desire to rebel, she eventually runs off with Duncan Wedderburn (Mark Ruffalo), a slick and charming lawyer, as they embark on a daring adventure across continents.
Willem Dafoe in ‘Poor Things’ — Photo: Searchlight Pictures
“I am finding being alive fascinating,” states Bella in the darkly enchanting teaser, showcasing various warped and whimsical environments as director...
- 5/11/2023
- by Emerson Pearson
- ET Canada
Filmmaker Yorgos Lanthimos (The Killing of a Sacred Deer, Dogtooth) is back with Poor Things, a Frankenstein-like tale based on the 1992 novel by Alistair Gray.
Emma Stone stars alongside Willem Dafoe, and you can watch the official teaser trailer from Searchlight Pictures below. As expected, a truly singular vision is on display in this first look at Poor Things, and the film’s visual style is particularly striking. This one has the potential to be one of the most unique genre movies of the year. And we cannot wait to see more.
Is this Yorgos’ Bride of Frankenstein? We are paying close attention…
Poor Things also stars Ramy Youssef, Jerrod Carmichael, Christopher Abbot, and Mark Ruffalo. The film will be released only in theaters on September 8, 2023.
Lanthimos’ latest tells “the incredible tale and fantastical evolution of Bella Baxter (Stone), a young woman brought back to life by the brilliant and unorthodox scientist Dr.
Emma Stone stars alongside Willem Dafoe, and you can watch the official teaser trailer from Searchlight Pictures below. As expected, a truly singular vision is on display in this first look at Poor Things, and the film’s visual style is particularly striking. This one has the potential to be one of the most unique genre movies of the year. And we cannot wait to see more.
Is this Yorgos’ Bride of Frankenstein? We are paying close attention…
Poor Things also stars Ramy Youssef, Jerrod Carmichael, Christopher Abbot, and Mark Ruffalo. The film will be released only in theaters on September 8, 2023.
Lanthimos’ latest tells “the incredible tale and fantastical evolution of Bella Baxter (Stone), a young woman brought back to life by the brilliant and unorthodox scientist Dr.
- 5/11/2023
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Searchlight Pictures has unveiled a new image for Yorgos Lanthimos’ (The Killing of a Sacred Deer, Dogtooth) upcoming Poor Things, a Frankenstein-like tale based on the 1992 novel by Alistair Gray.
The image presents a different look at star/producer Emma Stone’s character, wearing all black and appearing far less serene than the previously released images. The contrast hints toward a strange journey ahead. More importantly, it comes with an announcement: Searchlight Pictures will debut the first teaser for Lanthimos’ latest tomorrow.
Poor Things also stars Ramy Youssef, Jerrod Carmichael, Christopher Abbot, Mark Ruffalo, and Willem Dafoe.
The film will be released only in theaters on September 8, 2023.
Lanthimos’ latest tells “the incredible tale and fantastical evolution of Bella Baxter (Stone), a young woman brought back to life by the brilliant and unorthodox scientist Dr. Godwin Baxter (Dafoe). Under Baxter’s protection, Bella is eager to learn. Hungry for the worldliness she is lacking,...
The image presents a different look at star/producer Emma Stone’s character, wearing all black and appearing far less serene than the previously released images. The contrast hints toward a strange journey ahead. More importantly, it comes with an announcement: Searchlight Pictures will debut the first teaser for Lanthimos’ latest tomorrow.
Poor Things also stars Ramy Youssef, Jerrod Carmichael, Christopher Abbot, Mark Ruffalo, and Willem Dafoe.
The film will be released only in theaters on September 8, 2023.
Lanthimos’ latest tells “the incredible tale and fantastical evolution of Bella Baxter (Stone), a young woman brought back to life by the brilliant and unorthodox scientist Dr. Godwin Baxter (Dafoe). Under Baxter’s protection, Bella is eager to learn. Hungry for the worldliness she is lacking,...
- 5/10/2023
- by Meagan Navarro
- bloody-disgusting.com
Captivating audiences of all ages in what Lonely Wolf Film Festival calls “infectiously charming” and SearchMyTrash.com says “oozes creepiness,” Trick Or Treat, Alistair Gray follows a young boy as he meets a strange new friend the night before Hallow’s Eve.
Written and produced by award-winning author Lindy Ryan and voiced by renowned British horror artist Mister Sam Shearon, young Alistair Gray abandons his school Halloween carnival that feels more silly than spooky—all treats and no tricks—and heads out into the dark the night before Halloween where he meets a new friend that teaches him that the holiday is about fun and about fright…and that there’s more than one way to celebrate the spookiest night of the year.
Fresh off the film festival circuit, Trick Or Treat, Alistair Gray has earned nearly a dozen Official Selections and awards, including Grand Prix at the Anmtn! Online Animation Awards,...
Written and produced by award-winning author Lindy Ryan and voiced by renowned British horror artist Mister Sam Shearon, young Alistair Gray abandons his school Halloween carnival that feels more silly than spooky—all treats and no tricks—and heads out into the dark the night before Halloween where he meets a new friend that teaches him that the holiday is about fun and about fright…and that there’s more than one way to celebrate the spookiest night of the year.
Fresh off the film festival circuit, Trick Or Treat, Alistair Gray has earned nearly a dozen Official Selections and awards, including Grand Prix at the Anmtn! Online Animation Awards,...
- 9/14/2022
- by Michael Joy
- Horror Asylum
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