The Big Picture Julia Roberts (!) and Sam Esmail on ‘Leave the World Behind.’ Plus: Golden Globes Snubs, Surprises, and WTFs.
Dec 11, 2023
Julia Roberts and Sam Esmail discuss 'Leave the World Behind' and Golden Globe nominations, including controversy and changes in the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. They delve into the challenges of adapting the book into a movie, their desire to bring back disaster films, and reflections on the current state of the world. They also share their thoughts on frustrating the audience, filming experiences, and their obsession with TV shows. Plus, they talk about working with Netflix, the state of movies, and their excitement for upcoming films.
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Adaptation Philosophy
- Sam Esmail values capturing a book's essence over strict fidelity during adaptation.
- He believes cinematic mediums require recontextualization, not direct translation.
Esmail's Concerns about the Future
- Sam Esmail expresses increasing concern for his children's future.
- He observes a decline in common humanity during crises, citing pandemic mask disagreements.
Tech Dependence Critique
- The film criticizes our tech dependence.
- It explores how this dependence can be exploited, leaving characters unable to connect or verify information.