Posts tagged John C Reilly
In-Depth Interview With George Clooney For ‘The Descendants’
Nov 17th
From Alexander Payne, the creator of the Oscar-winning ‘Sideways,’ set in Hawaii, ‘The Descendants’ is a sometimes humorous, sometimes tragic journey for Matt King (George Clooney) an indifferent husband and father of two girls, who is forced to re-examine his past and embrace his future when his wife suffers a boating accident off of Waikiki. The event leads to a rapprochement with his young daughters while Matt wrestles with a decision to sell the family’s land handed down from Hawaiian royalty and missionaries. Alongside George Clooney, the film stars Judy Greer, Beau Bridges, Matthew Lillard, Robert Forster, Shailene Woodley, Mary Birdsong, Nick Krause and Amara Miller. ‘The Descendants’ is out now in the US, and is set for release January 20th in the UK.
You’ve had two films out in cinemas the last few months, one of which you also directed in ‘The Ides of March,‘ which character was more challenging for you?
George Clooney: The character in ‘The Descendants’ was a lot more challenging to do as an actor. When you are directing yourself, you are really only just doing a part that you know exactly what needs to be done in it, I’m sort of just filling a gap that I need in the film – which is I needed that Candidate, I knew what he needed to be and I felt I fit the bill so I knew how to do that. This is a character that you are in a very uncomfortable zone, but with very comfortable people, it’s a tricky role to play. This was a more difficult part, but I had a much better director so I was very lucky in those terms (laughs).
New ‘Carnage’ Trailer – Starring Jodie Foster, John C. Reilly, Kate Winslet & Christoph Waltz
Oct 10th
Sony Pictures has unveiled this new theatrical trailer for Roman Polanski’s upcoming dramatic black comedy ‘Carnage.’ The film – which runs at 79 minutes since it plays out in real time - follows two sets of parents who meet after their children are involved in a fight, only for things to quickly become heated. The two sets of parents in question are portrayed by Jodie Foster, John C. Reilly, Kate Winslet and Christoph Waltz. ’Carnage’ is set for release December 16th. The film is based on Yasmina Reza‘s Tony-winning play ’God of Carnage.’ Check out my interview with Kate Winslet for the film here.
A showdown between two kids: about eleven, in a local playground. Swollen lips, broken teeth… Now the parents of the “victim” have invited the parents of the “bully” to their apartment to sort if out. Cordial banter gradually develops a razor-sharp edge as all four parents reveal their laughable contradictions and grotesque prejudices. None of them will escape the ensuing carnage.
Kate Winslet Interview For Roman Polanski’s ‘Carnage’
Oct 1st
A showdown between two kids: about eleven, in a local playground. Swollen lips, broken teeth… Now the parents of the “victim” have invited the parents of the “bully” to their apartment to sort if out. Cordial banter gradually develops a razor-sharp edge as all four parents reveal their laughable contradictions and grotesque prejudices. None of them will escape the ensuing carnage. ’Carnage,’ which runs at 79 minutes since it plays out in real time, is directed by Roman Polanski, it’s based on Yasmina Reza‘s Tony-winning play ’God of Carnage.’ The two sets of parents in question are portrayed by Jodie Foster, John C. Reilly, Kate Winslet and Christoph Waltz. The film is set for release December 16th.
What was it about ‘Carnage’ that sparked your interest? You‘ve worked on a number of films based around family.
Kate Winslet: I suppose when you are I parent, and you come from a very big, very close family like I do, I think it’s just apart of your emotional makeup. I suppose I have found myself subconsciously drawn to these types of stories that include everybody, they include every family member, they include the complexities of a family dynamic, especially involving children. Being a parent myself I’m familiar with school playground politics and how complex that can be – and sometimes how ridiculous that can be, and funny. So when Roman approached me about being involved in ‘God of Carnage,’ first of all when Roman Polanski asks you to join him on any project you really don’t say no. The script was so extraordinary, I had seen the play in New York so I was already very much a fan of the piece. I just felt extremely fortunate to be included.
First ‘Carnage’ Clip – Starring Jodie Foster, John C. Reilly, Kate Winslet & Christoph Waltz
Sep 30th
The New York Times has uncovered this first clip from Roman Polanski’s impending dramatic black comedy ‘Carnage.’ The film – which runs at 79 minutes since it plays out in real time - follows two sets of parents who meet after their children are involved in a fight, only for things to quickly become heated. The two sets of parents in question are portrayed by Jodie Foster, John C. Reilly, Kate Winslet and Christoph Waltz. ’Carnage’ is set for release December 16th. The film is based on Yasmina Reza‘s Tony-winning play ’God of Carnage.’
A showdown between two kids: about eleven, in a local playground. Swollen lips, broken teeth… Now the parents of the “victim” have invited the parents of the “bully” to their apartment to sort if out. Cordial banter gradually develops a razor-sharp edge as all four parents reveal their laughable contradictions and grotesque prejudices. None of them will escape the ensuing carnage.
Debut Trailer For Roman Polanski’s ‘Carnage’
Aug 19th
This debut trailer has been released online for Roman Polanski’s dramatic black comedy ‘Carnage.’ The film – which runs at 79 minutes since it plays out in real time - follows two sets of parents who meet after their children are involved in a fight, only for things to quickly become heated. The two sets of parents in question are portrayed by Jodie Foster, John C. Reilly, Kate Winslet and Christoph Waltz. ’Carnage’ is set to open the New York Film Festival this September, and the film will be hitting cinemas in December. The is based Based on Yasmina Reza‘s Tony-winning play ’God of Carnage.’
A showdown between two kids: about eleven, in a local playground. Swollen lips, broken teeth… Now the parents of the “victim” have invited the parents of the “bully” to their apartment to sort if out. Cordial banter gradually develops a razor-sharp edge as all four parents reveal their laughable contradictions and grotesque prejudices. None of them will escape the ensuing carnage.
French Poster For Roman Polanski’s ‘Carnage’
Aug 14th
This rather fantastic French poster has been released online for Roman Polanski’s dramatic black comedy ‘Carnage.’ The film – which runs at 79 minutes since it plays out in real time - follows two sets of parents who meet after their children are involved in a fight, only for things to quickly become heated. The two sets of parents in question are portrayed by Jodie Foster, John C. Reilly, Kate Winslet and Christoph Waltz. ’Carnage’ is set to open the New York Film Festival this September, and the film will be hitting cinemas in December. The is based Based on Yasmina Reza‘s Tony-winning play ’God of Carnage.’
A showdown between two kids: about eleven, in a local playground. Swollen lips, broken teeth… Now the parents of the “victim” have invited the parents of the “bully” to their apartment to sort if out. Cordial banter gradually develops a razor-sharp edge as all four parents reveal their laughable contradictions and grotesque prejudices. None of them will escape the ensuing carnage.