KENT'S CLASSICS: PHILLIP NOYCE

In this edition of Kent's Classics on Cinema Yugen, join us for a riveting interview with the celebrated filmmaker, Phillip Noyce. Known for directing influential films like Newsfront, Heatwave, Dead Calm, and Blind Fury, Noyce provides a fascinating look into his journey through the cinematic world, exploring the immense changes and opportunities that have arisen with the rise of streaming services like Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon.

Noyce generously shares his personal experiences and insights, discussing Hollywood's quest for fresh talent and the recent influx of women and African-American filmmakers. He sheds light on his unique directing methods, working with both veteran and novice actors, and the adaptability required in the thrilling, pre-production phase of filmmaking.

We delve deeper into Noyce's film Blind Fury, an American adaptation of a lesser-known Japanese series. Our guest reminisces about his first time directing an action film, the fluctuating journey of a movie across global markets, and working with Val Kilmer amidst challenging times.

Noyce also tackles seminal moments of his career, like his collaboration with infamous Harvey Weinstein on a Young Adult Fiction project, The Giver, led by Jeff Bridges. He rounds off with tales from his visits to rural Queensland, emphasizing the personal connections he has formed throughout his illustrious career. Tune in for an episode packed with enlightening behind-the-scenes stories and a unique glimpse into the world of film directing.