{"id":213041,"date":"2020-03-19T14:19:09","date_gmt":"2020-03-19T13:19:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/berlin030.de\/?p=213041"},"modified":"2020-03-19T14:19:09","modified_gmt":"2020-03-19T13:19:09","slug":"ich-bin-ein-absoluter-fan-von-terrence-malick-interview-mit-regisseur-trey-edward-shults-zu-waves","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/berlin030.de\/en\/2020\/03\/19\/ich-bin-ein-absoluter-fan-von-terrence-malick-interview-mit-regisseur-trey-edward-shults-zu-waves\/","title":{"rendered":"“I\u2019m an absolute fan of Terrence Malick.” | Interview with director Trey Edward Shults on “Waves”"},"content":{"rendered":"

He began as an intern with directing legend Terrence Malick. With his debut “Krisha”, Trey Edward Shults was invited to Cannes. After the horror thriller “It Comes at Night,” his third outing “Waves” now follows. <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

With the precise eye for teenage life of a Richard Linklater, the 31-year-old director crafts a powerful generational portrait, a visual grab bag with dramaturgical cleverness. There were euphoric reviews at the Toronto Film Festival. [030] staff writer Dieter O\u00dfwald spoke to the filmmaker.<\/span><\/p>\n

Mr Shults, what’s the story behind the curious appearance of a cat in the film?<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The cat is like a son to me, his name is ‘BK’ and he’s the real star of the film! (Laughs<\/em>) Because of a neurological disorder he drags his hind leg a bit and sometimes loses his balance. But he doesn’t know that\u2014’BK’ is a happy cat.<\/span><\/p>\n

What do you make of the description “Terrence Malick meets ‘Dazed and Confused'”?<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

I think that’s excellent! I like Malick and I love “Dazed and Confused.”<\/span><\/p>\n

You interned on three of Malick’s films. To what extent has that influenced your style? <\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

It’s cool if people see parallels! But it wasn’t a conscious decision of mine. I\u2019m an absolute fan of Malick. Working with him sent my life in a whole different direction. At 19 I dropped out of school and got a job with Terrence. When you see a genius at work at that age, it leaves a lasting impression. Malick makes utterly unique films, which only he can make in that way. And he films in very unconventional ways. That made me ask myself, could I do that too? Do I have such a unique voice? Can I make films with similar creativity?<\/span><\/p>\n

Apart from the cat, Florida is also a star of the film. What fascinates you about it?<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

I live in Florida and I love this state. I find the different population groups and social classes inspiring. There’s also some beautiful scenery. Since “Waves” is a very personal film, this familiar setting makes a great backdrop. Filming in the city where my girlfriend lives just felt right. My first film was shot in my parents’ house, which was a similarly pleasant experience.<\/span><\/p>\n

“Waves” amazes with its visual concept. How did you choose the colours?<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

After my gloomy previous horror film, I absolutely needed a change of style. The colours were meant to express the emotions of Tyler and Emily and accompany them on their journey. Colours play an important role throughout the film\u2014it’s no coincidence the final song is called “Sound & Colour.” \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n