Silence on Set

We spoke to the cast of Tell Me Lies, a new hit show on Hulu that is one of the most realistic portrayals of college life, showing all the messiness and chaos that comes with it. We spoke with Grace Van Patten (“Lucy”), Jackson White (“Stephen”), Sonia Mena (Pippa”), Catherine Missal (“Bree”), Alicia Crowder (“Diana”), Branden Cook (“Evan”), Benjamin Wadsworth (“Drew”) and Spencer House (“Wrigley”) about what it was like filming those racy scenes, the preparation that goes into playing two time periods, and some behind the scenes details. The cast was willing to answer all the burning questions we all wanted to know. We also had the pleasure of speaking to executive producers Emma Roberts and Karah Preiss -- as well as -- showrunner and executive producer (and lover of cats) Meaghan Oppenheimer. These strong, powerful women all gave great insight into why it was essential to show a realistic reflection of the college experience mixed in with a bit of drama and a lot of Stephen...

Host: Monica Gleberman

Editor: Polina Jdanova

Social Media Graphic: Jojo

--

Synopsis:

“Tell Me Lies” follows a tumultuous but intoxicating relationship as it unfolds over the course of 8 years. When Lucy Albright and Stephen DeMarco meet at college, they are at that formative age when seemingly mundane choices lead the way to irrevocable consequences. Although their relationship begins like any typical campus romance, they quickly fall into an addictive entanglement that will permanently alter their lives and everyone around them.

Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @SilenceonSet and Instagram @SilenceonSetPod

Freeform has entered the world of reality television in a docu-series-type way with their new show, The Come Up. The subjects Taofeek Abijako, Fernando Casablancas, Ben Hard, Claude Shwartz, Ebon Trower, and Sophia Wilson are all on different paths in life, all living in NYC and all trying to make it. The show (unscripted) followings everyone as they try to overcome obstacles, stay in NYC and continue to pursue their dreams.

Host: Monica Gleberman

Editor: Polina Jdanova

Social Media Graphic: Jojo

--

Synopsis:

The Come Up, Freeform's upcoming reality show will take the audience on a journey as six New Yorkers find their way and their people in downtown New York. The series will showcase budding individuals from different careers as they try to make their way to the top and find themselves professionally and personally.

Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @SilenceonSet and Instagram @SilenceonSetPod

We spoke to the cast of Hulu's new comedy, Reboot, about what it's like filming a show "within a show," making fun of the industry, and what it was like on set. It was really hard to keep from laughing as the actors talked about what their characters will go through this season and also when they make fun of each other. We interviewed Judy Greer, Johnny Knoxville, Keegan-Michael Key, Krista Marie You, Calum Worthy, Rachel Bloom, and Paul Reiser. Keegan-Michael Key talks going in depth with his character and how much fun it was to play in this world, Judy and Johnny talk jokes and backstory, Krista and Calum discuss their excitement for fans to see the show while Rachel and Paul make fun of each other while talking storylines. 

Host: Monica Gleberman

Editor: Polina Jdanova

Social Media Graphic: Jojo

--

Synopsis:

Reboot is about the dysfunctional cast of an early 2000s hit sitcom, Step Right Up, who must face their unresolved issues and navigate a vastly different media and entertainment environment when a young writer successfully pitches a reboot of their show.

*Reboot will be streaming on Hulu starting September 20, 2022.

Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @SilenceonSet and Instagram @SilenceonSetPod

At the Me Time premiere in LA, Netflix pulled out all the stops by having the entire cast stop by to talk about what this film means to them. We spoke with: Kevin Hart, Andrew Santino, Mark Wahlberg, Regina Hall, Bryan Smiley, Diane Delano, and John Hamburg. Hart said that this movie embraces fatherhood and wants to show that men can support their spouses -- all while having a good time and showing some fun. Meanwhile, Wahlberg said it never hurts to be that guy who enjoys some "me time" for a little while but praises Regina Hall, saying she was the real talent of the movie. The rest of the cast was excited to talk about their experiences, what they hope fans take away from the film, and more. 

Host: Monica Gleberman (@Monica1236)

Editor: Marianna Randazzo

Social Media Graphic: Jojo

--

Synopsis:

When a stay-at-home dad finds himself with some “me time” for the first time in years while his wife and kids are away, he reconnects with his former best friend for a wild weekend that nearly upends his life.

*Me Time is currently streaming on Netflix

Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @SilenceonSet and Instagram @SilenceonSetPod

At the "Thirteen Lives" premiere in LA, the cast Ron Howard, Viggo Mortensen, Joel Edgerton, Rick Stanton, Colin Ferrell, and Tom Bateman were all on hand to celebrate the release of the movie, but more importantly, talk about the heroes the film depicts. Howard spoke about the importance of keeping the audience engaged but making sure to keep the details of the movie as accurate as possible. In contrast, Mortensen said about how hard it was getting into character and the process that went into cave diving. Others spoke about the claustrophobia they felt making the movie and how their teamwork kept them going to honor all those involved.

Host: Monica Gleberman (@Monica1236)

Editor: Gail Langdon

Social Media Graphic: Jojo

--

Synopsis:

A rescue mission is assembled in Thailand where a group of young boys and their soccer coach are trapped in a system of underground caves that are flooding.

*Thirteen is currently available to stream on Prime Video

Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @SilenceonSet and Instagram @SilenceonSetPod

Nick Leisure (director) and Brian Austin Green (Mr. Dunbar) talk about the hit thriller Last The Night. Both spoke to us exclusively about what it was like making the movie during COVID and why incorporating that into the storyline was pivotal. Leisure said that teachers are mentors and people we look up to, but they are also humans -- he wanted to explore what would happen if a teacher hit his breaking point during the pandemic and went to the next level. (Hitting our breaking points during the pandemic is something we probably all could relate to.) Meanwhile, Green talks about the massive shift in roles for him, adding that this was a departure from the typical "good guy" he has played in the past, and the part allowed him to explore his tools as an actor. (Green is phenomenal in this role). The duo worked seamlessly in this film, showcasing a true edge-of-your-seat thriller. Leisure and Green want everyone to relate to the film but also have fun enjoying the chaos that ensues. 

Host: Monica Gleberman (@Monica1236)

Guest Host: Marianna Randazzo

Editor: Corinna Caimi

Social Media Graphic: Jojo

--

Synopsis:

During the pandemic, a burned-out teacher on the verge of a breakdown overhears his students making fun of him in a zoom class and vows revenge.

*Last The Night is currently available on demand and streaming platforms.

Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @SilenceonSet and Instagram @SilenceonSetPod

Everything I Know About Love stars Emma Appleton, Marli Siu, and Aliyah Odoffin were excited to talk about their new streaming show. All three found personal ways of connecting with their characters and are proud to put forward a show with four women who all support each other and strive to make steps in their lives. Even though the characters are messy and don't have everything figured out, the show is so much fun to watch. I compared it to a younger British Sex and the City. It's charming, funny, relatable and full of men and good times. They all agree it's okay to be in your twenties and not have everything perfect. Even now, in life, no matter the age, we are all just trying to figure things out.

Host: Monica Gleberman

Editor: Polina Jdanova

Social Media Graphic: Jojo

--

Synopsis:

The central love story of Everything I Know About Love is between childhood best friends Maggie and Birdy. But it is also a raucous girl gang show, set in a 2012 London house-share inhabited by four girls - Maggie, Birdy and their mates from university, Amara and Nell. The series is an unflinching deep dive into bad dates, heartaches and humiliations and begs the question: can platonic love survive romantic love as we grow up?

*Everything I Know About Love is currently streaming on Peacock.

Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @SilenceonSet and Instagram @SilenceonSetPod

Edward Ashton, the author of Mickey7, walked into a rabbit hole of questions from us as we dissected the book. Ashton discusses how he came up with the idea, the scientific details behind many underlying layers in the novel, and why being "expendable" is necessary as it preserves more valuable people on the planet yet comes with great sacrifice. In addition to going into details about the new planet, Niflheim, the colonization process, and creepers -- Ashton spends the time going over the intricacies that made it a must-read (can not put it down) book. Additionally, we discuss Ashton's call when he found out that his adaptation was going into pre-production, the cast announcements, including Robert Pattinson playing Mickey7, and the one thing he spoke to Bong Joon-ho (director of the adaptation/film) that had to remain in the movie.

Host: Monica Gleberman (@Monica1236) 

Guest Host: Marianna Randazzo

Editor: Miranda Currier

Social Media Graphic: Jojo

--

Synopsis:

Mickey7 is an Expendable: a disposable employee on a human expedition sent to colonize the ice world Niflheim. Whenever a mission is too dangerous—even suicidal—the crew turns to Mickey. After one iteration dies, a new body is regenerated with most of his memories intact.

Pick up a copy of Mickey7 here and pre-order its sequel, Antimatter Blues here.

Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @SilenceonSet and Instagram @SilenceonSetPod

At the Toronto International Film Festival, we spoke to the cast of The Greatest Beer Run at its premiere event with Zach Efron, Kyle Allen, Ruby Ashbourne Serkis, Archie Renaux, Kristine Fernandez Donahue, Jake Picking, Peter Farrelly, and Andrew Muscato. Efron said when he picked up the script, he couldn't put it down and liked the aspect of the film's point of view told through a civilian. Meanwhile, Allen said a bit about his character and then went into how the script was one of the most insane stories he had ever read and was willing to do anything he had to do to make sure he was a part of the film. The rest of the cast was excited to talk about their characters, their initial reactions when they heard it was a true story, and why they were so excited to premiere at the festival.

Host: Monica Gleberman

Editor: Marianna Randazzo

Social Media Graphic: Jojo

--

Synopsis:

The year is 1967, and the US war in Vietnam is escalating. One drunken night in a New York bar, surrounded by the friends and family members of American soldiers killed in action, Marine Corps veteran and merchant seaman John “Chickie” Donohue (Efron) is posed a magnificently preposterous challenge: what if he were to sneak into Vietnam, locate all his friends in combat, and provide them with messages of love and encouragement — and a whole bunch of brewskis? Chickie hatches a half-baked plan and is on his way. He doesn’t anticipate a crash course in the intricacies of war, truth, and honour, courtesy of Coates (Crowe), a Look photographer with first-hand experience of this ongoing disaster that the American public is only gradually becoming aware of.

*The Greatest Beer Run is currently screening at TIFF. To find out more and to buy tickets, visit: https://www.tiff.net/events/the-greatest-beer-run-ever

Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @SilenceonSet and Instagram @SilenceonSetPod

We were at the TIFF premiere of Muru with actor Jay Ryan and director Tearepa Kahi to discuss why this movie was such a passion project for both Kahi and Ryan. Inspired by actual events, Muru is the story of a local Police Sergeant ‘Taffy’ Tāwharau (Cliff Curtis), who must choose between duty to his badge or his people when the Government invokes anti-terrorism powers to launch an armed raid on Taffy’s remote Urewera community, on a school day. Ryan said he was looking for a movie with gravity and weight while keeping true to New Zealand yet having something substantial to say. Ryan's character struggles in the film between his duties and his humanity which is quite interesting to watch. Meanwhile, Kahi said there was so much behind making this film, including portraying its truth while never shying away from something that might be hard to watch. He said this film had to be made to bring light to a situation some may have forgotten while reminding us that it's okay to forgive but never to forget; otherwise, we are doomed to repeat it. 

Host: Monica Gleberman

Editor: Corinna Caimi

Social Media Graphic: Jojo

--

Synopsis:

Inspired by actual events, MURU is the powerful story of a local Police Sergeant ‘Taffy’ Tāwharau, who recently returned home to the remote Ruatoki valley to look after his sick father.

Taffy’s father’s close associate, Tame Iti runs a series of boot camps in the valley called ‘Rama’ (fire light). These camps are centered around survival skills and keeping their shared Tūhoe identity alive. Despite many invitations, Taffy has never attended Camp Rama. Unknown to everyone in the valley, Rama has been under police surveillance for six months. When a troubled youth (Rusty) fires a loaded rifle, surveillance footage triggers a response led by Captain Gallagher and an elite STG unit. With pressure mounting to intervene, Gallagher starts to doubt the veracity of Tame Iti as a potential domestic terrorist. Tensions heighten when Rusty is caught in a domestic disturbance, and rather than locking him up; Taffy takes Rusty to Camp Rama to deal with the situation. While Rusty joins the Rama circle and learns about his Tūhoe identity, Taffy sees a dark shape beyond the campfire and gives chase. Taffy pursues the runner through the bush and discovers a surveillance van. Gallagher steps out and confronts Taffy, 'Are you with us, or are you with Tame?' Taffy senses the danger to his community and chooses to help Gallagher facilitate a safe round-up of Tame and other targets. Still, the Government betrays this agreement when Gallagher launches the Police Raid on a school day. During the raid, something goes wrong, leading Taffy to make a bigger choice, 'serve or protect'.

This gripping action drama is not a re-creation but a response to the 2007 Tūhoe raids. MURU is a Māori concept for 'forgiveness’.

*To buy tickets to screen this film, check out the TIFF website: https://www.tiff.net/events/muru 

Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @SilenceonSet and Instagram @SilenceonSetPod