Episodes
How does a director who cut his teeth in the world of commercials, translate that experience into feature films? And how does a production house define and maintain their creative vision? Emile speaks with producer Samantha Lang and director Garth Davis about See-Saw's partnership with Garth, I Am That. They discuss how to use rehearsal time to achieve truth in performance, and the importance of bringing the whole crew along with a project’s creative vision. @see_saw_films Host: Emile...
Published 08/14/24
How does a project make its way onto a See-Saw slate? And to what extent is the creative integrity of a film influenced by the commercial imperatives of the industry? Emile speaks with See-Saw’s development producer Bill Bowring and director Kitty Green, about her psychological thriller The Royal Hotel. They discuss cross-continental script writing, how to fit a seven-week shoot into five, and the fine line between light and dark when building character and tension. @see_saw_films Host: Emile...
Published 07/31/24
How does a director with decades of television experience approach his first theatrical feature? And what challenges does honoring a true story, told across decades, bring? Emile chats with See-Saw’s co-MD Iain Canning and director James Hawes about the long and winding road that led to the much loved film One Life. They discuss the skill and instinct needed to navigate a tight schedule while wrangling children, trains, history and the legendary talents of Sir Anthony Hopkins and Helena...
Published 07/17/24
How did See-Saw Films come into being? And how, with two directors running offices on opposite sides of the world, has it managed to keep such a clear and consistent creative vision? Emile Sherman speaks with See-Saw's Co-MD Iain Canning, and creative director Helen Gregory about beginnings, holding the creative flame, playing the long game, and balancing a vision with the realities of business. @see_saw_films Host: Emile Sherman Executive Producer: @Sam_Joly_ Producer: Sabrina...
Published 07/17/24