The Director’s Cut - A DGA Podcast

Directors Guild of America

Brought to you by the Directors Guild of America, ”The Director’s Cut” will bring you the behind-the-scenes stories of today’s most talked about films. Each episode features a different director interviewed by one of their peers, leading to revealing conversations about the grueling, but rewarding process of bringing their films to life.

  1. The Housemaid with Paul Feig and Lesli Linka Glatter (Ep. 598)

    14. JAN.

    The Housemaid with Paul Feig and Lesli Linka Glatter (Ep. 598)

    Director Paul Feig discusses his new film, The Housemaid, with fellow Director Lesli Linka Glatter in a Q&A at the DGA theater in Los Angeles. In the conversation, he discusses the intentional casting of Actors Amanda Seyfried and Sydney Sweeney opposite one another, finding the house that served as the main location and how its architecture led to the discovery of scenes, and balancing the film’s tone between comedy and drama to give breathing room for heavier aspects of the film. The film tells the story of Millie, who accepts a job as a live-in housemaid for a wealthy couple as a way of trying to put her troubled past behind her. But what begins as a dream job quickly unravels into something far more dangerous — a seductive game of secrets, scandal, and power. See photos and a summary of this event below: https://www.dga.org/events/2026/february2026/housemaid_qna_1225

    34 Min.
  2. Is This Thing On? with Bradley Cooper and Bennett Miller (Ep. 597)

    9. JAN.

    Is This Thing On? with Bradley Cooper and Bennett Miller (Ep. 597)

    Director Bradley Cooper discusses his new film, Is This Thing On?, with fellow Director Bennett Miller in a Q&A at the DGA theater in New York. In the conversation, he discusses the true story circumstances that inspired the film, how he envisioned and cast Will Arnett and Laura Dern in the leading roles, and utilizing his cinematography to emphasize the vulnerability of performing stand up comedy. The film tells the story of Alex, a middle aged man facing a divorce, who finds new purpose in the New York comedy scene. As he pursues comedy, his wife, Tess, confronts the sacrifices made for their family, forcing them both to navigate co-parenting and their changing identities. See photos and a summary of this event below: https://www.dga.org/events/2026/february2026/isthisthingon_qna_1225

    30 Min.
  3. Song Sung Blue with Craig Brewer and Taylor Hackford (Ep. 596)

    7. JAN.

    Song Sung Blue with Craig Brewer and Taylor Hackford (Ep. 596)

    Director Craig Brewer discusses his new film, Song Sung Blue, with fellow Director Taylor Hackford in a Q&A at the DGA theater in Los Angeles. In the conversation, he discusses how he cast Actors Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson for the lead roles, his care in handling a film that frequently changes tones, and getting the blessing from Neil Diamond to make the film. Based on a true story, the film follows Mike and Claire Sardina, a Milwaukee couple who form the Neil Diamond tribute act Lightning and Thunder. Riding the highs and lows of success, the couple prove it’s never too late to find love and follow your dreams. See photos and a summary of this event below: https://www.dga.org/events/2026/january2026/songsungblue_qna_1225

    33 Min.
  4. The Testament of Ann Lee with Mona Fastvold and Darius Marder (Ep. 595)

    5. JAN.

    The Testament of Ann Lee with Mona Fastvold and Darius Marder (Ep. 595)

    Director Mona Fastvold discusses her new film, The Testament of Ann Lee, with fellow Director Darius Marder in a Q&A at the DGA theater in New York. In the conversation, she discusses how her background in movement and dance contributed to the choreography, the logistics of shooting the barn burning scene, and how she aimed to show authentic moments of womanhood to sympathize with the journey of Ann Lee. Based on real events, the film follows Ann Lee, who hopes to create a utopian society in the 18th century. Proclaimed as the female Christ by her followers, Lee suffers persecution as she forges the radical religious movement that would go on to become the Shakers. See photos and a summary of this event below: https://www.dga.org/events/2026/january2026/testamentofannlee_qna_1225

    30 Min.
  5. Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery with Rian Johnson and Jon Watts (Ep. 594)

    31.12.2025

    Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery with Rian Johnson and Jon Watts (Ep. 594)

    Director Rian Johnson discusses his new film, Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, with fellow Director Jon Watts in a Q&A at the DGA theater in Los Angeles. In the conversation, he discusses finding and casting Actor Josh O’Connor, the effort behind crafting and lighting the sets, and how his relationship with faith influenced the film. The film finds Blanc teaming up with an earnest young priest to investigate a perfectly impossible crime. When the leader of a small town church with a dark history dies from seemingly impossible circumstances, Blanc must discover who in the rogues gallery of his congregation committed the crime, and how. See photos and a summary of this event below: https://www.dga.org/events/2026/january2026/wakeupdeadman_qna_1225

    32 Min.
  6. Marty Supreme with Josh Safdie and Ben Affleck (Ep. 593)

    24.12.2025

    Marty Supreme with Josh Safdie and Ben Affleck (Ep. 593)

    Director Josh Safdie discusses his new film, Marty Supreme, with fellow Director Ben Affleck in a Q&A at the DGA theater in Los Angeles. In the conversation, he discusses how he uses his casting process to select Actors that make every character feel like a fleshed-out person, his attention to minute details in recreating the time period and texture of 1950s New York, and the process of working with Actor Timothée Chalamet to capture an aggressively determined performance. The film follows Marty Mauser, a cocky and ambitious shoe salesman who dreams of pursuing greatness. Using his table tennis skills to hustle his way towards the top, he quickly rises in the ranks with the singular goal of escaping his mundane life. See photos and a summary of this event below: https://www.dga.org/events/2026/february2026/martysupreme_qna_1225

    38 Min.
  7. Avatar: Fire and Ash with James Cameron and Guillermo del Toro (Ep. 592)

    19.12.2025

    Avatar: Fire and Ash with James Cameron and Guillermo del Toro (Ep. 592)

    Director James Cameron discusses his new film, Avatar: Fire and Ash, with fellow Director Guillermo del Toro in a Q&A at the DGA theater in Los Angeles. In the conversation, he discusses his experiences of shooting in performance capture and how they compare to real-world shoots, coming up with the concept for the fire clan and the complex characters that stray from their expected alignments, and his own thoughts on capturing beauty in his films and advocating for the theatrical experience. The third installment of the Avatar franchise continues the story of Jake and Neytiri’s family unit as they encounter a new, aggressive Na’vi tribe, the Ash People, led by the fiery Varang. When Varang forms an alliance with Jake’s nemesis, Colonel Quaritch, the conflict on Pandora escalates and a new moral focus emerges. See photos and a summary of this event below: https://www.dga.org/events/2026/january2026/avatarfirenash_qna_1125

    46 Min.
  8. Ella McCay with James L. Brooks and Albert Brooks (Ep. 591)

    17.12.2025

    Ella McCay with James L. Brooks and Albert Brooks (Ep. 591)

    Director James L. Brooks discusses his new film, Ella McCay, with fellow Director Albert Brooks in a Q&A at the DGA theater in Los Angeles. In the conversation, he discusses his process of casting and how he found Actor Emma Mackey for the lead role, shares how he works with his Cinematographers and Actors, and takes time to reflect on his storied career and history with Albert Brooks. The film tells the story of Ella, a young politician who suddenly becomes the governor of her state after the longtime incumbent accepts a cabinet position with the president. Trying to navigate this new rough and tumble realm of politics, she finds that her fractured family relationships may pose an even bigger challenge. See photos and a summary of this event below: https://www.dga.org/events/2026/january2026/ellamccay_qna_1225

    33 Min.
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Brought to you by the Directors Guild of America, ”The Director’s Cut” will bring you the behind-the-scenes stories of today’s most talked about films. Each episode features a different director interviewed by one of their peers, leading to revealing conversations about the grueling, but rewarding process of bringing their films to life.

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