interviews – podcasts – reviews
Nick's read thousands of scripts, including mine (sorry Nick!), and offers insightful, positive script coverage for shorts, features, and TV pilots. He works with the British Film Institute, StudioBinder, and has just finished working alongside BAFTA-winning writer/director Michael Pearce.
Mark, a familiar face on our screens as The Bill's Jim Carver, got his first break as Dave in the British cult classic Quadrophenia. Dave was Jimmy's best friend, the one with the cool hat who ultimately betrays Jimmy and bags the girl.
Not only does Maria discuss this movie but how she got into acting, her approach to the characters she's played and her new film production company. Maria has ADD which she openly talks about. I have so much respect for this actress and can't wait to see her other exciting projects she has lined up.
This week, I am speaking to Napoleon's right hand man, Marshal Davout. Or should I say Youssef Kerkour who portrayed this infamous soldier otherwise known as the The Iron Marshal. Davout himself was a highly acclaimed general, being present at most of Napoleon's battles. Devoted, driven and resilient, I can't help but think Youssef was the right actor to portray him, as he has these qualities himself.
Jimmy didn't have to go far for the inspiration for Moose, he brings so much of himself to every role. With firefighters in his family, they must be very proud that he portrays these heroes on a set based in Boston. I have a lot of respect for comedians, they have the hardest job in the world to make people laugh. It was a pleasure to find that Jimmy is very much like Moose himself.
Today's guest is actor John Bucy. John plays Roger in Frasier, and like Frasier he is a Boston native. But home is in Los Angeles where he is focussing on building his acting career. It was a great time to catch up with John as he navigates his way in the new Hollywood.
This fantastic, new series picks up where he started off, in Boston. In the aftermath of the passing of his father Martin, we see Frasier getting closer to his son Freddy. Frasier continues to do what Frasier does best, witty one liners, clever quips and navigating family tensions hilariously. New characters have been introduced to this season, one being Smokey, Freddy's firefighter buddy and coworker. Smokey is portrayed by actress Renee Pezzotta, who I am delighted to welcome onto The Mighty Dragon.
As we spoke I was so impressed with Synnove’s drive and determination to venture into her acting career. Those nerves she feels head of a performance propelled her to draw out her unique acting talent and into performances such as Ran, Gabriella in Spiders Web or Diana in Headhunters.
The Rose, stars Alex Alessi, an actor who provides a powerful performance. I just had to ask him onto the podcast!
We discuss his latest movie, Oppenheimer, where he portrays Senator Scott. We also look back on his career for some stand-out moments. This includes working with the Cohen Brothers, starring in Malcolm in the Middle and Star Trek.
Patrick Wirtz has been on my radar for some time for an interview for The Mighty Dragon. His work with past The Mighty Dragon interviewee, director Deborah Richards, is truly an epic glimpse into the life of a producer. After speaking with Patrick, I have so much more appreciation for this role. Naive me, thought that this role was mostly financial. How wrong was I?! I joked to Patrick that a day in his life would give me a heart attack, I wasn't wrong!
He’s recently appeared as Vincenzo Di Stefano in A Haunting in Venice which sees Kenneth Branagh at the helm as Poirot. I was keen to chat to Fernando about this experience - what did he learn from acting alongside Kenneth Branagh?