Ep 12. Kevin Pollak's Chat Show - Jane Campion
- TV-NR
- January 1, 2010
- 78 min
Kevin Pollak's Chat Show is a one-of-a-kind talk show hosted by the witty and charming Kevin Pollak. For its second season, episode twelve, Kevin welcomes the famed film director Jane Campion to his intimate stage.
Jane Campion is best known for her award-winning films such as The Piano, The Portrait of a Lady, and Bright Star. Kevin Pollak is particularly interested in digging into her creative process and how she approaches storytelling.
As with all episodes of Kevin Pollak's Chat Show, the interview is open and candid. Kevin asks Jane about her upbringing in New Zealand and how it influenced her art. They discuss her early career, including her first feature film Sweetie and her experience working on the television show Top of the Lake.
Kevin and Jane delve deep into her filmography, looking at the themes and characters that drive her work. They discuss the critically acclaimed The Piano, and how it explores the female experience in a patriarchal society. The conversation then shifts to her other films such as The Portrait of a Lady, In the Cut, and Bright Star.
The interview is not just about her successes as a filmmaker. Kevin and Jane also touch on some of the challenges and disappointments she has experienced in Hollywood. Jane opens up to Kevin about how her unique perspective and vision as a female director has occasionally led to conflict with studios and producers.
Throughout the interview, Kevin and Jane engage in a dynamic and stimulating conversation. Kevin's quick wit and intelligence combined with Jane's storytelling abilities make for a truly unforgettable episode.
As with all Kevin Pollak's Chat Show episodes, this interview is not just interesting but also inspiring. Jane shares her journey of ups and downs as a filmmaker, and how she persevered and ultimately thrived in the industry.
Overall, this episode is a must-watch for any fans of Jane Campion's work or for anyone interested in film and the creative process. Kevin Pollak's Chat Show once again proves to be one of the best talk shows on the web, with insightful and entertaining interviews that leave the audience wanting more.
