BEHIND THE LENS is back with a bang to kick off YEAR EIGHT with some laughter and lightness thanks to writer/director PAUL BOYD and his new film I, CHALLENGER, plus our exclusive interview with the young star of THE TENDER BAR, DANIEL RANIERI. And we remember some of the beloved legends we’ve said goodbye to in just the past few days.
First up today, take a listen to our exclusive prerecorded interview with that little scene-stealer in THE TENDER BAR – DANIEL RANIERI. Making his acting debut under the guidance of director George Clooney, Daniel steals your heart and the film with his performance. I spoke with Daniel about the role, acting, working with Clooney, Ben Affleck, Christopher Lloyd, and others, the rigors of onset school and homework (blech!), the fun of filmmaking, and more. Energetic, effervescent and an absolute delight, just listening to Daniel will put a smile on your face!
THE TENDER BAR is now streaming on Prime Video.
Then writer/director PAUL BOYD is on hand live to talk about his new comedy, I, CHALLENGER. A situational comedic meld of stoner buddy comedies of days past, a bit of a thriller element, some societal commentary, and even a love story, I, CHALLENGER is an upbeat, fun-filled way to start the new year. Starring James Duval (who has been a live guest on BTL in the past), Coy Stewart, and Tina Majorino, among others, I, CHALLENGER is a perfect showcase for Paul’s directorial talents. Listen as Paul and I dive into the genesis of the story and its development, story subtext and societal commentary, situational comedy, casting, editing and pacing to find balance of comedy and tension, importance of location, score and needledrops, color theory, and more.
I, CHALLENGER is available on all VOD and Digital platforms.
