Chris Pine on Making a Splashing Directorial Debut With Poolman
Chris Pine sat down with us alongside Danny DeVito, DeWanda Wise and Jennifer Jason Leigh to talk about the nuances of directing and exploring different stylistic elements in Poolman. He began developing the story by starting with a character's name and occupation, then followed his gut instinct to continue building from there. Chris aimed to infuse comedy with elements of absurdity and emphasized the importance of allowing actors to express themselves freely. He particularly enjoyed experimenting with film noir, crafting deep backstories for the characters, and blending different acting styles into the storylines. To give the film a romantic feel, he played with camera movements and color palettes to create dreamlike sequences, aiming for a setting that blends modern elements with 80s influences.
Watch the full conversation below.
Darren Barrenman is an unwavering optimist and native Angeleno who spends his days looking after the pool of the Tahitian Tiki apartment block and fighting to make his hometown a better place to live.