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‘Ghost’ with ‘Wander Darkly’ Writer & Director Tara Miele
‘Ghost’ with ‘Wander Darkly’ Writer & Director Tara Miele
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Length:
43 minutes
Released:
Dec 24, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Writer and director Tara Miele joins host Katie Walsh this week to discuss 1990’s massive hit, Ghost. Tara explains the connection between this film and her latest movie, Wander Darkly, and how both explore the space between life and death. She goes on to tell the story about the horrific car accident she and her husband were in that inspired her movie. Tara talks about the casting of Diego Luna and how she was influenced by his reaction to the Mexico City earthquake. She also elaborates on the importance of casting people of color in lead roles. And, at the end of the interview, Katie, Tara, and possibly the listener, gain an appreciation for the earnestness of Ghost and films of its ilk.You can watch Wander Darkly on VOD now.Please consider financially supporting our show by becoming a Maximum Fun member at Maximumfun.org/joinIf you haven’t seen Ghost – c’mon, you gotta.With Katie Walsh and Tara Miele.
Released:
Dec 24, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode
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