“I hate to admit it, but it felt like I was at a party! I went down to Tulsa. I brought my family down to Tulsa. Sterlin Harjo is just a great filmmaker, I love The Lowdown. I would drive to set one day, and I get to work with Killer Mike, Kyle MacLachlan, Keith David, Tim Blake Nelson, Tracy Letts or Tom McCarthy, Gene Tripplehorn, just amazing people.”
Undoubtedly it’s Ethan Hawke’s season! Check out an exclusive interview with the remarkable 4x Academy Award nominee, Ethan Hawke. It was an absolute pleasure speaking with him, and the resulting conversation is both vulnerable and lively, covering a multitude of transparent discussions.
Our interview delves into Hawke’s two recent projects, “The Lowdown” and “Blue Moon.” He enthusiastically recounts his enjoyable filming experience in Tulsa, expressing profound admiration for Sterlin Harjo’s filmmaking prowess and the exceptionally talented cast. Hawke even described the filming process as being akin to a party, a sentiment so strong that he brought his entire family to Tulsa. He also elaborates on his role in “Blue Moon,” sharing insights into his preparation, which included memorizing lines and immersing himself in Ella Fitzgerald’s album to appreciate the beauty of the dialogue. Beyond these projects, Hawke discusses broader topics such as the importance of movement in filmmaking, the role of accolades in an artist’s career, and the intricate internal conflicts within the human brain. This interview offers a unique and intimate look into the mind of one of Hollywood’s most respected actors, and we believe it will be of great interest to your audience.
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About “Blue Moon”
“Blue Moon,” the latest collaboration between Ethan Hawke and Richard Linklater. This film marks another chapter in their successful partnership, following their work on the “Before” trilogy, “Boyhood,” and other projects.
This time, Ethan Hawke and Richard Linklater focus on the artistic duo of Rodgers and Hart, specifically towards the end of their professional relationship. “Blue Moon” stars Ethan Hawke as Lorenz Hart, a struggling, alcoholic lyricist, who finds himself estranged from his former collaborator, Richard Rodgers (Andrew Scott). The film largely takes place in a bar Hart frequents, where he retreats during the opening night performance of “Oklahoma!” — Rodgers’ first collaboration with Oscar Hammerstein II (Simon Delaney). As Rodgers’ career is about to soar, Hart is at a low point, forced to endure celebratory faces at the “Oklahoma!” afterparty, which is held at the same bar. Among the attendees is Elizabeth Weiland (Margaret Qualley), a 20-year-old Yale student by whom Hart is captivated. This has been a passion project for Hawke and Linklater for years, and it’s finally being released. Sony Pictures Classics began a limited release of “Blue Moon” on Friday, October 17, with a wider release across the U.S. starting the following Friday, October 24.
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“It’s such a smart question, nobody’s ever asked me that. That was the most difficult and interesting aspect. If you’re trying to make a movie where it’s all in real time at one opening night party in 1943- it’s all about the movement.”
About “The Lowdown”
It’s a compelling story centered around a determined bookstore owner in Tulsa who leads a double life as an investigative journalist. His relentless pursuit of truth uncovers deep-seated local corruption, putting him and his family in grave danger. This narrative promises a thrilling blend of mystery, drama, and the profound personal stakes involved in standing up to powerful forces. “The Lowdown” certainly has certainly resonated with audiences across the globe and Ethan Hawke’s performance is none other than impeccable throughout this thriller series.
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