NO HARD FEELINGS

JUNE 21, 2O23

"At the chemistry reads with Jennifer and Andrew, it was immediately apparent that they sparked and the dynamic between them was working. That was a very exciting moment and an absolute highlight as the chemistry between Maddie and Percy in the movie is paramount. Each time they read through a scene I just wanted to watch more of them together.

Often times I find that the funniest reads are from the actors who are not trying to be funny. When the writing is as good as Gene and John’s was in this script it can be great to get a sense of a performer's energy and see their take on the role without them trying to get in front of the jokes. Those often turned out to be the funniest takes.

We saw so many wonderful actors in a short period of time and I learned, (what I suppose I already know, but sometimes forget,) which is to trust our instincts and listen to my gut about advocating for the actor that I truly feel is the best person to tell a character’s story. I think Andrew Barth Feldman will be a revelation in the film and you could absolutely see the seeds of that performance in his first read. "

WHERE WERE YOU BORN:

Born and raised in Portland, Oregon. Arguably one of the queerest strangest cities in the world

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE TIME OF DAY:

The hour doesn’t matter, I just like the liminal space when everyone else is asleep. I like this for my solo creative time.

WHAT IS THE BEST COMPLIMENT YOU'VE EVER RECEIVED:

"I'm so jealous I wish I thought of that!"

WHAT’S THE ONE THING PEOPLE DON’T KNOW ABOUT YOU:

I took Taekwondo lessons as a kid, broke boards and everything!

WHEN DID YOU KNOW THAT YOU WANTED A LIFE IN THE ARTS:

I don't recall a time when I didn’t know

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE BOARD GAME? Settlers of Catan

WHAT IS YOUR SUPERPOWER? My voice.