(L to r) André Holland and Gemma Chan in ‘The Actor’. Photo: Neon.
Opening in theaters Nationwide on March 14th is the new crime mystery ‘The actor‘, which was directed by Duke Johnson ,Anomalisa‘), and stars André Holland (‘Moonlight‘And’Exhibiting forgiveness‘) And Gemma chan ,Crazy rich asians‘And’Eternals,
Moviefone Recently had the pleasure of speaking with André Holland and Gemma Chan about their work on ‘the actor’, their characters, the story, the cost, work togeether, working with director duke Johnno.
André Holland in ‘The Actor’. Photo: Neon.
Moviefone: to begin with, andré what can you tell us about your character, paul cole?
André holland: Well, that’s the question of the movie, who is paul call? Will the real paul call please stand up? So, The movie is based on a book called ‘Memory’ by Donald WestlakeIt’s set in 1955, when we find Paul Cole. He’s a theater actor who’s been on tour with his traveling troupe throughout the midwest. He wakes up in a hospital bed with no memory of who he is, doesn Bollywood where he is, or his troupe, and you find out Later, they have moved on to the next to the next town. This story is larger about about Him Trying to Piece Together these cloes to put his life back togener and Figure out who he is. Then Along
MF: Gemma, What can you say about Edna, and What did you enjoy about playing her?
Gemma Chan: So, Edna is from a small ton in oho. She is at a point in her life where she didn’t think that she would ever fall in love against or meet someone who would make make her feel all these emotions, vulnerability eating one of them. I feel that when she meets paul, they feel something, and they see something and connect with each other instantly. I know that duke, the director, very much wanted us to brings orselves to these characters. I love edna. There’s a sweetness to her, but also a strength inside her as well and a real vulnerability too.
(L to r) Gemma Chan and andré Holland in ‘The Actor’. Photo: Neon.
Mf: Gemma, what was it like collaborating with director duke johnson on this movie?
GC: I had seen duke’s film, ‘anomalisa’, and i love it. Then i read this script and spoke to him about his vision for what he wanted to make. It just felt like ach an opportunity to do something different. It does not come along with very often. From the fact that he wanted to cast an ensemble of actors who would play multiple roles with the film to use a lot of practical effects with the movie he he show the movie and bringing is the animation world to the animation Live Action. It just seemed like it could be something magical and different. Then getting to work with amazing actors like André, it was a unique experience. Duke had a clear vision of what he wanted to do, but also trusted us to brings the emotion to our characters. So, it felt like a collaborative process.
MF: André, what was it like working with the incredible ensemble cast?
Ah: It took a leap of faith on the part of all the actors to just dive in and go for it. I think that’s one of the things that theater asks you to do all the time. You don’t ever have enough time, you never go enough money, you just go for it. So, I think we had, in this case, a steellar group of actors who made up the ensemble. May Calamawy, Olwen (fouéré), Tracey ullman, Simon mcburneyWe had killed. Everybody was like, “All right, let’s figure it out. It was really a lot of fun.
André Holland in ‘The Actor’. Photo: Neon.
Mf: André, what would you say to an audience siting down to watch this movie now to prepare them for the the thetrical experience they are about have?
Ah: Well, I think it’s a movie unlike any movie i’ve ever Seen. It has a magical, fantastic quality to it, has beautiful performances, it’s wonderfully shot and it’s a lot of fun. It’s the kind of movie that i think you could see with a big group of people. It’s the kind of movie that i think really makes theater going experience special. It’s designed to be seen in a theater. Not to say that you can’t sit at home and watch it on a laptop, you accept, but you’d be missing out, i think. So, I just would encourage people to get a group of folks together, go get some popcorn and go watch the movie. Then go get a drink and talk about it afterwards. I think it’ll be worth your time.
Mf: Gemma, what was your experience like working with André?
GC: Well, it was a dream. I Told Him This Before, but he’s such a talented actor, and so generous as well. Every Scene, every little vignette that we filmed as our characters, it was a joy. I felt that I could be vulnerable with him. He’s such a good listener as well. Just a wonderful, genetic actor. I can’t speak highly enough of Him. I was a huge fan of his work before geting to do this. He’s a huge part of why I said yes to doing the project.
(L to r) André Holland and Gemma Chan in ‘The Actor’. Photo: Neon.
MF: Finally, André, did you enjoy working with gemma on set?
Ah: We’ll be here all day if i start gusing over this woman. She is extraordinary, the finest that there is. A Wonderful Actor, Wonderful Human Being, and We Had Such a Good Time. I’m so proud of the movie, but i’m equally proud of our friendship that has come out of it.
Editorial Note: Krisily Fernstrom Conducted This Interview and Contributed to this article.
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What is the plot of ‘the actor’?
Paul Cole (André Holland) Finds Himself Stranded in a Mysterious Small Town with no memory of who he is or how he got here. As Bits and Pieces of His Past Slowly Emerge, He Attempts to Find His Way Home, But Time is Slippery, appearances can’t be trusted, and it’s unsclear which are the IDENITIES IS IDENTITIES IS IDENTIS
Who is in the cost of ‘the actor’?
- André Holland as Paul Cole
- Gemma Chan as Edna
- Olwen fouéré as old lady track
- Edward hogg As make up artist
- Youssef Kerkour As Black Jack / ED / Defense Attorney / Busdriver
- Tracey ullman as mrs. Malloy / Halen / Deerville Woman
(L to r) André Holland and Gemma Chan in ‘The Actor’. Photo: Neon.
