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In this ScreenFish 1on1 Interview, co-writer and director David Wain discusses GAIL DAUGHTRY AND THE CELEBRITY SEX PASS, exploring the legacy of The Wizard of Oz and the challenge of reimagining iconic characters for a modern audience. He reflects on which characters he connects with most personally and how their journeys continue to resonate. David also shares insights into Jon Hamm’s role in the...

In this ScreenFish 1on1 Interview, Jocko Sims, who plays Dr. Tann in LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE, discusses the enduring legacy of the beloved story and its continued relevance today. He reflects on bringing a real historical figure to life and the responsibility of portraying Dr. Tann with depth and authenticity. Jocko also explores the importance of viewing history through new lenses, including...

In this ScreenFish 1on1 Interview, Josette Jorge, star of FIRST KISS at the Toronto's Fringe Festival, discusses the unique experience of connecting with an audience through a one-person show. She reflects on the influence of John Hughes and how his storytelling shaped her approach to adolescence, identity, and belonging. Josette also explores the process of discovering what it means to belong and...

In this ScreenFish 1on1 Interview, director Houston Bone and star Chloe Van Landschoot discuss SON OF SARA, exploring the origins of evil and whether it emerges from within or is imposed from the outside. They reflect on the film’s disturbing visuals and how they shape its psychological intensity. Chloe also examines Sara’s greatest challenge, offering insight into her emotional and narrative jour...

In this ScreenFish 1on1 Interview, director Jonathan Oster discusses JANE’S NOT HERE, exploring the origins of the story and what inspired him to bring this emotional journey to life. He reflects on finding Amelia Barr as the perfect person to portray Jane and the qualities that made her essential to the role. Jonathan also examines the film’s evolution from a psychological thriller about memory a...

In this ScreenFish 1on1 Interview, Joel Courtney, star of 40 DATES AND 40 NIGHTS, reflects on why audiences continually return to the rom-com genre and what keeps its emotional formula timeless. He discusses working with Bailee Madison and the chemistry that drives their performances. Joel also considers whether the story’s romantic moments reflect real life, and explores what makes the “right par...

In this ScreenFish 1on1 Interview, executive producer Larry Houston discusses X-MEN ’97, exploring what makes the series so special and why it continues to resonate with fans. He reflects on the looming threat of Apocalypse and how it shapes the story’s tension and stakes. Larry also examines the importance of holding fast to purpose, highlighting how conviction, identity, and moral direction driv...

In this ScreenFish 1on1 Interview, Gail Maurice, director and actor in BLOOD LINES, reflects on the unique challenge of working both in front of and behind the camera. She discusses the emotional demands of telling a deeply personal story while also inhabiting it as a performer. Gail explores what it takes to heal fractured family relationships and considers the power of reclaiming identity and he...

In Toy Story 5, Jessie (Joan Cusack), Buzz (Tim Allen) and the rest of the toys are having a great time playing with Bonnie. However, Bonnie is beginning to realize that her friends don’t have the same interests as she does anymore. This leads her parents to buy her a LilyPad (Greta Lee), a new device that they believe will help her connect with her friends in a whole new way. But the addition of...

In this ScreenFish 1on1 Interview, Sean King O’Grady, host and creator of SUSPICIOUS MINDS, returns for Season 2 to explore the intersection of AI and apocalyptic thinking. He discusses why the new season focuses on artificial intelligence, how it compares to other existential threats, and what drives humanity to continually push the boundaries of progress. Sean also examines whether incentives ca...

In this ScreenFish 1on1 Interview, executive producers Eric Lewald and Julia Lewald discuss the return of X-MEN ’97 Season 2, exploring why the X-Men continue to resonate so deeply with audiences across generations. They reflect on the emotional and thematic core of the franchise, including the complex dynamic between Charles Xavier and Magneto. The conversation examines ideas of ideology, identit...

In this ScreenFish 1on1 Interview, writer-director Maya Gray and producer Michael Jasper discuss ANIMALS, exploring the psychological progression of occupation and how power dynamics evolve throughout the story. They reflect on the manipulation of power through grace and restraint, and how subtle behavior can shape control and influence. The conversation also examines the bystander effect, conside...

In this ScreenFish 1on1 Interview, Jeremy Ray Taylor, one of the stars of THIS TOO SHALL PASS, reflects on the cultural significance of John Hughes and how his work continues to shape stories about adolescence. He explores whether teenagers should be allowed to be unrealistic, and what that means for storytelling and identity. Jeremy also discusses the innocence of youth, considering how it is por...

In this ScreenFish 1on1 Interview, director Minos Papas discusses MOTHERWITCH, reflecting on the film as a love letter to Cyprus and its cultural and emotional landscape. He explores the presence of the Kalikantzari within the story and how folklore shapes meaning and atmosphere. Minos also examines art as a form of relief from grief, considering how creativity can transform pain into expression,...

In this ScreenFish 1on1 Interview, director Jay Diaz discusses ANGELENO, reflecting on where the project originated and the personal or cultural inspirations behind it. He explores what makes Los Angeles unique, especially in contrast to New York, and how the city shapes identity and storytelling. Jay also examines the importance of owning our stories and the journey toward self-understanding, con...

In this ScreenFish 1on1 Interview, director Jesse Noah Klein discusses BEST BOY, exploring themes of competition within the family and how those dynamics shape identity and behavior. He reflects on the burden of “ghosts from the past” and how unresolved history influences his characters’ present lives. Jesse also examines whether his characters can be considered “normal adults,” and considers the...

In this ScreenFish 1on1 Interview, director BT Meza discusses AFFECTION, reflecting on the origins of the film and the scientific ideas that shaped its unsettling world. He explores the meaning of having a “monster inside of you,” examining how fear, trauma, and inner conflict manifest within the story. BT also reflects on the power of letting go, discussing healing, transformation, and what it me...

In this ScreenFish 1on1 Interview, director Mark O’Brien and actor Sheila McCarthy discuss THE VOICES OF OUR MOTHER, reflecting on the emotional process of confronting family trauma together through storytelling. They explore the idea of evil as an infection—something that spreads, distorts, and must be understood before it can be healed. The conversation also delves into the power of confronting...

In this ScreenFish 1on1 Interview, director/producer Rex Glensy, writer/executive producer Asad Moghal, and lead actor Jake Watkins discuss PATTERNS and, more specifically, the episode entitled, 'Kevin's Series of Unfortunate Events'. Here, they explore what the universe might be trying to tell Kevin and what he is truly searching for beneath the surface of his journey. They reflect on the film’s...

In this ScreenFish 1on1 Interview, Xie Miao, star of THE FURIOUS, discusses the preparation required for a martial arts film and the physical and emotional demands of the role. He reflects on the most difficult scenes to bring to life and what audiences often misunderstand about martial arts cinema. Xie also shares insights on working with director Kenji Tanagaki, whose stunt background shapes the...

In this ScreenFish 1on1 Interview, Caroline Dhavernas, who plays Philip in BEST BOY, reflects on what her character is truly searching for and the emotional stakes that drive his journey. She explores the relationship between Philip and toxic masculinity, examining how societal pressures, identity, and personal conflict shape his behavior and choices. Caroline also discusses how understanding thes...

In this ScreenFish 1on1 Interview, director Meriem Sakrouhi discusses MON TAXI, reflecting on her relationship with her father even after his passing and how it shaped the film’s emotional core. She explores the theme of keeping love alive across space and time, examining how memory, connection, and storytelling preserve bonds. Meriem also shares what she hopes audiences learn about her father, hi...

In this ScreenFish 1on1 Interview, director Darlene Naponse discusses AKI, reflecting on the process of developing the film and whether it required her to slow down personally in order to tell the story truthfully. She explores what drew her to the project, the beauty found in everyday life, and the deep relationship between culture and nature. Darlene also considers what we learn about ourselves...

In this ScreenFish 1on1 Interview, Joseph Cross, who plays Bruce in AFFECTION, reflects on whether his character can truly be considered a good man and the moral complexities that define him. He discusses collaborating with Jessica Rothe and how their on-screen chemistry informs the story. Joseph also explores the relationship between fear and grief, examining how vulnerability, loss, and emotiona...

In this ScreenFish 1on1 Interview, Samara Weaving, who plays Caroline in CAROLINA CAROLINE, reflects on the qualities she admires most about her character and what makes her compelling. She explores the moral complexity of the story, considering where the line falls between good people doing bad things and bad people doing good. Samara also discusses the cost of freedom and how Caroline’s choices...