Here is an interesting conversation between Spike Lee and Bradley Cooper. Here are the highlights:
Bradley Cooper's Transition to Filmmaking: Cooper, with 20 years of experience as an actor, discusses his natural transition to writing and directing "Maestro." He emphasizes the importance of understanding the entire story and thinking like a filmmaker rather than just an actor.
Filmmaking Philosophy: Cooper shares his unique approach to directing, including avoiding playback, chairs on set, and video villages. He believes that staying actively engaged on set enhances energy and productivity.
Dialect and Character Transformation: Cooper explains his method of breaking down dialects and voices for his portrayal of Leonard Bernstein throughout different stages of life. He discusses the impact of smoking on Bernstein's voice and its incorporation into the character.
Collaboration with Carey Mulligan: Cooper praises Carey Mulligan's talent and work ethic, highlighting her commitment to demanding scenes in "Maestro." He notes their collaborative process, creating a rhythm that allowed them to make music together on screen.
Building Trust with the Bernstein Family: Cooper discusses the challenges of obtaining the trust of the Bernstein family for the film. He assures them of his dedication to an honest portrayal and involves them in the process, even showing them versions of the movie to maintain transparency.
For the full conversation check the link https://variety.com/video/spike-lee-bradley-cooper-directors-on-directors-full-conversation/
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