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Interview with “The Ballad of Wallis Island” Director, James Griffiths
Manage episode 502540600 series 2972536
Old tensions resurface when former bandmates who were former lovers reunite for a private show at the island home of an eccentric millionaire.
Starring three-time Academy Award nominee Carey Mulligan (Maestro), and BAFTA nominees Tom Basden (After Life) and Tim Key (Alan Partridge)
The Ballad of Wallis Island will be available in Australian cinemas from 28 August, 2025
This week, we chat to Director James Griffiths about the legacy and making of the film, what it is like working together over the years and we hope for a 'work the body' music video.
As suggested by James, double feature watching of The Ballad of Wallis Island & The Descendants.
Note: this interview is audio only. For other video interviews check out our YouTube playlist.
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Chapters
1. Introduction to 'The Ballad of Wallace Island' (00:00:00)
2. Interview with James Griffith Begins (00:00:21)
3. Reflecting on the Journey of Making the Film (00:00:54)
4. The Impact of COVID on the Film's Production (00:02:56)
5. Themes and Character Development in the Film (00:03:30)
6. Music's Role in the Film (00:06:19)
7. Lighthearted Moments and Future Ideas (00:07:08)
8. Final Thoughts and Recommendations (00:09:21)
386 episodes
Manage episode 502540600 series 2972536
Old tensions resurface when former bandmates who were former lovers reunite for a private show at the island home of an eccentric millionaire.
Starring three-time Academy Award nominee Carey Mulligan (Maestro), and BAFTA nominees Tom Basden (After Life) and Tim Key (Alan Partridge)
The Ballad of Wallis Island will be available in Australian cinemas from 28 August, 2025
This week, we chat to Director James Griffiths about the legacy and making of the film, what it is like working together over the years and we hope for a 'work the body' music video.
As suggested by James, double feature watching of The Ballad of Wallis Island & The Descendants.
Note: this interview is audio only. For other video interviews check out our YouTube playlist.
Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram
Chapters
1. Introduction to 'The Ballad of Wallace Island' (00:00:00)
2. Interview with James Griffith Begins (00:00:21)
3. Reflecting on the Journey of Making the Film (00:00:54)
4. The Impact of COVID on the Film's Production (00:02:56)
5. Themes and Character Development in the Film (00:03:30)
6. Music's Role in the Film (00:06:19)
7. Lighthearted Moments and Future Ideas (00:07:08)
8. Final Thoughts and Recommendations (00:09:21)
386 episodes
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