Mike Mills is such an affable, intelligent and articulate guy; it was wonderful hearing him talk about the process of the film coming together. Having seen everything he has done, this film is definitely his greatest achievement. If anyone gets a chance, have a look at his graphic design work-it's really quite interesting, and you'll quite possibly recognise some of it.
847 views and no one has a comment? Wow....anyone thinking out there? Mike is obviously a very thoughtful writer/director and he was extremely fortunate to have Ewan McGregor and Christopher Plummer in "Beginners". One of the better movies that year, and Mike is pretty much responsible for the success of that film. I wish him all the best in the future. Long live Indies....even if actors are afraid to be in them.
Just discovered this guy via an interview he did about Il Posto, a great "lost" human Italian film from 1961. I can say this film captures a lot of the quality of that film, with an obvious dash of Woody Allen (but with less jokes, more emotional truth). This is a truly great film and again almost "lost" in the mainstream, which is sad (considering the work that went into pulling this vision together) but all the sweeter for the discovery. Plus, Ewan McGregor does his first truly complete soulful performance in my opinion. In many of his other films, he seems to come across as a charming guy with a wicked glint and a beaming smile. Likeable, but not necessarily an amazing actor. But not in this. He seemed very still and holding back. Quiet sad, a real feeling of so much unsaid emotion in the eyes. And when he smiles in it, it seems gentle, soft and vulnerable. Like a boy. Bravo to everyone involved in creating the best American film I've seen since Boyhood. The lose narrative structure held together by a powerful emotional thread is exactly what Malick could once again achieve with a story.
Mike Mills is such an affable, intelligent and articulate guy; it was wonderful hearing him talk about the process of the film coming together. Having seen everything he has done, this film is definitely his greatest achievement. If anyone gets a chance, have a look at his graphic design work-it's really quite interesting, and you'll quite possibly recognise some of it.
847 views and no one has a comment? Wow....anyone thinking out there? Mike is obviously a very thoughtful writer/director and he was extremely fortunate to have Ewan McGregor and Christopher Plummer in "Beginners". One of the better movies that year, and Mike is pretty much responsible for the success of that film. I wish him all the best in the future. Long live Indies....even if actors are afraid to be in them.
I really love Mike Mills. Can't believe this doesn't have way more views.
This guy is married to Miranda July! Yay cool family!
It would be nice if the interviewer would be quiet so I could learn about Mike.
Just discovered this guy via an interview he did about Il Posto, a great "lost" human Italian film from 1961. I can say this film captures a lot of the quality of that film, with an obvious dash of Woody Allen (but with less jokes, more emotional truth). This is a truly great film and again almost "lost" in the mainstream, which is sad (considering the work that went into pulling this vision together) but all the sweeter for the discovery. Plus, Ewan McGregor does his first truly complete soulful performance in my opinion. In many of his other films, he seems to come across as a charming guy with a wicked glint and a beaming smile. Likeable, but not necessarily an amazing actor. But not in this. He seemed very still and holding back. Quiet sad, a real feeling of so much unsaid emotion in the eyes. And when he smiles in it, it seems gentle, soft and vulnerable. Like a boy. Bravo to everyone involved in creating the best American film I've seen since Boyhood. The lose narrative structure held together by a powerful emotional thread is exactly what Malick could once again achieve with a story.
Wait, he hasn't seen 500 Days of Summer??
Ikr?
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