Emerald Fennell

Emerald Fennell, known for 'Promising Young Woman' and 'Killing Eve,' discusses her films, transgressive themes, shame, desire, and the impact of her unique name on identity. She delves into the value of authenticity in creativity, exploring feelings of envy despite success, and childhood ambitions.

Director Emerald Fennell chats with fellow Director David Lowery about her film Saltburn, discussing the creation of an unlikeable protagonist, incorporating the gothic genre, and utilizing cinematography to evoke seduction and desire. They also delve into the joy of a climactic dance number, the evolution of the film during shooting, the power of music in creating ambiance, varied audience reactions, and the importance of authentic moments on set.

Emerald Fennell, film director, writer and producer known for stylized, provocative adaptations, discusses her Wuthering Heights. She chats about tonal balance between horror, comedy and desire. She describes surreal production choices like giant strawberries and plaster hands, her approach to adapting Brontë, and collaborating with Charli XCX on a bold soundtrack.

Emerald Fennell, Oscar-winning writer-director known for Promising Young Woman, discusses her bold adaptation of Wuthering Heights. She talks casting Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, creating a tactile emotional landscape with rain and design, and why Brontë’s violent romance still fascinates. Expect talk of youth, obsession, and the controversies around modernizing a classic.

Emerald Fennell, director of Saltburn, talks about her film. Rachel Zegler and Tom Blyth discuss The Hunger Games movie. A review of Thanksgiving, May December, and Napoleon are also featured.