Reel Recon
Welcome to Reel Recon, my film review blog, which features movie and book reviews, podcast episodes, and celebrity interviews from my 15+ years as a film critic.
Interview: Kumail Nanjiani on 'The Big Sick'
I interview Kumail Nanjiani about casting his family in THE BIG SICK, his standup career, and the layers of immigrant identity explored in his film.
Interview: Zoe Lister-Jones on 'Band Aid'
I interview Zoe Lister-Jones about her film BAND AID, about her decision to hire an all-female crew, and about how Jewish identity enters into her art.
Interview: Demetri Martin on His Directorial Debut 'Dean'
I interview Demetri Martin about what inspired him to direct his film DEAN, the lessons he learned from the experience, and where his comedy comes from.