The A24 Podcast Creative Affair with Celine Song & Eva Victor
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Jul 23, 2025 
Celine Song, a Korean-Canadian filmmaker known for "Past Lives," and Eva Victor, an American actress and director of "Sorry Baby," dive into an engaging discussion. They share their fun take on hydration while celebrating the film industry. The duo candidly reflect on the complex emotions of making a debut film and the balance between visibility and authenticity. Celine's intriguing insights from the Oscars and Eva's intricate directing process also shine, along with a playful debate on celebrity crushes and the value of teamwork in storytelling.
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Filmmaking as Body Assembly
- Filming involves capturing 'body parts' of the film daily like little fingers or a whole face.
- Editing stitches these parts seamlessly so audience feels it was born whole and natural.
The Importance of Cutting Scenes Early
- Cutting unnecessary script segments before production is essential for efficiency.
- Different filmmakers have varied approaches to how much footage they shoot vs. keep.
Learning Through Editing Challenges
- Eva Victor initially resisted cutting beloved scenes for pacing but realized editing is mostly guessing.
- Each film is a new universe, which is both terrifying and exciting.