Tag: Michael Shannon

  • Stand-In & Deliver: Learning from Some of the Greats

    Stand-In & Deliver: Learning from Some of the Greats

    Every once in a while, you have to thank the universe for the gifts it gives you. A couple of weeks ago, I had the opportunity to work on a new untitled project by director, Joshua Marston (Maria Full of Grace.) However, technically, I wasn’t in front of the camera. I was able to be…

  • One Day I Want to Work With: Michael Shannon

    One Day I Want to Work With: Michael Shannon

    He got an Oscar nod for Revolutionary Road, starred in everything from big budget blockbusters like Man of Steel, to indie films like Take Shelter, and still finds time to get back to his theatrical roots onstage in NYC. Michael Shannon has been one of my favorite actors since I saw him in 2006’s adaptation of…

  • #KathyBates Makes Every Movie So Much Better

    #KathyBates Makes Every Movie So Much Better

    The other night, I was watching  The Blind Side  for the first time expecting myself to be fully engrossed in the story that helped Sandra Bullock win an Academy Award for Best Actress. While I enjoyed the movie, it wasn’t until Kathy Bates came on the screen that I had one of Oprah’s “Ah Ha”…