Paul Mescal on ‘Hamnet’ Death Scene, Imposter Syndrome and Juggling the Beatles Films and Richard Linklater’s 20-Year Musical

Paul Mescal, a 29-year-old Irish actor, quietly commands the screen in Chloé Zhao’s “Hamnet” as a father grappling with heartbreaking loss. Known for his subtle approach, he now faces new horizons in a Beatles film and Richard Linklater’s multi-decade musical, all while contending with imposter syndrome.

by Variety
3 days ago
1 min read
Paul Mescal on ‘Hamnet’ Death Scene, Imposter Syndrome and Juggling the Beatles Films and Richard Linklater’s 20-Year Musical

Chloé Zhao Knows How to Make You Cry: The ‘Hamnet’ Director Digs Deep on Her Surefire Oscar Contender

Chloé Zhao’s latest project, “Hamnet,” marks a contemplative step for the acclaimed director once known for her nomadic lifestyle. In an intimate conversation with IndieWire, Zhao reveals how confronting her past and embracing emotional depth have shaped this potential Oscar frontrunner.

by Indiewire
2 months ago
2 mins read
Chloé Zhao Knows How to Make You Cry: The ‘Hamnet’ Director Digs Deep on Her Surefire Oscar Contender