We Need to Talk About Oscar
In We Need to Talk About Oscar you can hear interviews with filmmakers. We are trying to shed some light on a wide range of professions within the industry, so apart from the writers/directors/actors you can also get insights from editors, production designers, composers, and so on. Our aim is to provide an across the board picture on how our favourite films and tv shows come to life.
We Need to Talk About Oscar
Unpacking 'Jazzy': Inspiration, emotion and execution
In our next episode, Áron interviews four key contributors behind the film “Jazzy”: Andrew Hajek (DoP & co-writer), Morrisa Maltz (Director & co-writer), Lainey Bearkiller Shangreaux (Actress & co-writer), and Vanara Taing (Co-editor & co-writer).
“Jazzy” explores the transition from childhood to young adulthood. When her best friend moves away, Jazzy navigates a profound sense of loss and her first taste of independence.
In this conversation, the team discusses the birth and inspiration behind the movie, the film's emotional core, its portrayal of beauty and optimism during tough times, and the unique challenges or rewards of working with child actors. The discussion also touches on current trends in cinema and the creative process of finding the sweet spot for the runtime.
Join us for a spoiler-free deep dive into the making of Jazzy, Morrisa Maltz's sophomore feature, premiering at the 2024 Tribeca Film Festival.
