The Director’s Cut - A DGA Podcast

About My Father with Laura Terruso and Paul Weitz (Ep. 417)


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Director Laura Terruso discusses her new film, About My Father, with fellow director Paul Weitz in a Q&A at the DGA theater in Los Angeles. In the conversation, Terruso discusses her personal connection to the film, how she portrays a character who is both funny and complex, and her experience working with a veteran actor on set.
The film tells the story of a man who is encouraged to bring his immigrant father on a weekend get-together with his fiancée and her wealthy family. The eccentric gathering soon develops into a culture clash, allowing father and son to discover the true meaning of family.
Please note: spoilers are included.
See photos and a summary of this event below:
https://dga.org/Events/2023/August2023/AboutMyFather_QnA_0623.aspx
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