Interviews

‘The Expanse’ Showrunner Naren Shankar on Creating The Look of Season 4

By Samantha Olthof 

From science to science fiction, showrunner Naren Shankar discusses the joy of working on a hard sci-fi show like ‘The Expanse.’

‘Knives Out’ Director Rian Johnson on Making a Whodunit for the Modern World

By Jack Giroux 

The filmmaker behind Looper and Star Wars: The Last Jedi walks us through crafting a sharp-tongued mystery, his love of Agatha Christie, and casting Daniel Craig as a brilliant buffoon. 

Chewing on Giallo and Other ‘Bites of Terror’ with Cuddles and Rage

By Brad Gullickson 

We talk to the married artist duo Liz and Jimmy Reed about their new graphic novel and the cinematic influences that fed it.

Nathan Johnson on the Roaring Classics that Inspired ‘Knives Out’

By Brad Gullickson 

We talk to the composer about the many influences that inspired the grand score of Rian Johnson’s latest.

The Russo Brothers on the 70s Sizzle They Brought to ’21 Bridges’

By Brad Gullickson 

We chat with the producers about the influences that sparked their new action crime flick.

7 Perfect Shots with ‘Avengers: Endgame’ Cinematographer Trent Opaloch

By Brad Gullickson 

The cinematographer explains the art and the craft that went into a few of our favorite shots from Marvel’s biggest movies.

How ‘Parasite’ Editor Yang Jin-mo Shaped the Film of the Year

By Sheryl Oh 

One of the most important artists in Bong Joon-ho’s filmmaking circle discusses the process of transcending genre to create a timeless and timely film.

Hildur Guðnadóttir on Embracing the Needle Drop for ‘Joker’

By Brad Gullickson 

We chat with the composer about the necessary collaboration between score and soundtrack.

‘Ford v Ferrari’ Cinematographer Phedon Papamichael Discusses His Exhilarating Collaboration With James Mangold

By Anna Swanson 

We get into the nitty-gritty of shooting practically, why ‘Ford v Ferrari’ feels so thrilling, and what’s lost when superhero movies dominate action cinema.