Today, The Kicking the Seat Podcast gets wild with the Werewolf Ninja Philosopher! Ian talks to writer/director Sujewa Ekanayake and star Art Shrian Tiwari about bringing this "Slow Cinema" gem to life. Due to a series of transportation misadventures, the interview took place in two parts during Friday's Chicago premiere at Facets Cinematheque.
First up, Tiwari talks about leaving behind a Wall Street career to become an actor, and the journey to finding this unique character. Next, Ekanayake gives Ian a lesson in non-narrative filmmaking by partially breaking down Paul Schrader's diagram* from "The Transcendental Style in Film". These unconventional conversations opened the door to some follow-up discussions that you can look forward to soon.
And if you want to catch Werewolf Ninja Philosopher during its Chicago run, head to Facets now through Thursday, July 25th. As a bonus, Sujewa Ekanayake will be on hand for audience Q&As following tonight's 7pm and 9pm screenings! Tickets available here.
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Show Guide:
Intro Music: 0:00 - 0:14
Intro: 0:14 - 4:48
Werewolf Ninja Philosopher Trailer: 4:48 - 7:09
Art Shrian Tiwari Interview: 7:09 - 55:00
Transition Music: 55:00 - 55:15
Sujewa Ekanayake Interview: 55:15 - 1:10:07
Outro Music: 1:10:07 - 1:10:29
*Included here so you can play along!
