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E31 • The Serious Business of Effective Comedy • EGIL PEDERSEN, dir. of ‘My Father’s Daughter’ at TIFF + Reykjavik Int. Film Festival
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In this conversation, Egil Pedersen reflects on his experiences growing up in a small Norwegian village and how he transitioned from short films to his first feature film, “My Father's Daughter,” the first-ever Sámi-language premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival. His cinema inspirations include David Lynch’s “Twin Peaks” and “Show Me Love” (orig title: Fucking Amal) directed by Lukas Moodysson.
Egil touches on the challenges and opportunities in the Norwegian film industry, the importance of cultural representation, and the evolution of his creative process. The discussion also delves into the nuances of humor in film and the intricate relationship between comedy and drama, exploring how these genres can intersect and enhance storytelling.
He also discusses the importance of identity in his film, the challenges of navigating film festivals, and the excitement of future projects, all while reflecting on the inspirations that have shaped his filmmaking journey.
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1. E31 • The Serious Business of Effective Comedy • EGIL PEDERSEN, dir. of ‘My Father’s Daughter’ at TIFF + Reykjavik Int. Film Festival (00:00:00)
2. Past Present Feature, Hosted by Marcus Mizelle (00:00:01)
3. Introducing Filmmaker Egil Pedersen, dir. of "My Father's Daughter" at TIFF (00:00:19)
4. Filmmaking in Norway: Opportunities and Challenges (00:04:01)
5. Cultural Identity and Representation in Film (00:06:56)
6. The Journey to Feature Filmmaking (00:09:40)
7. The Role of Film School in a Filmmaker's Development (00:12:40)
8. The Creative Process: From Shorts to Features (00:15:56)
9. Exploring Humor in Film: A Personal Journey (00:18:47)
10. The Intersection of Comedy and Drama (00:22:29)
11. Exploring Identity in Film (00:27:08)
12. Casting and Character Development (00:32:49)
13. Navigating Film Festivals (00:37:11)
14. Future Projects and Inspirations (00:40:43)
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