I’ve been a member of the National Board of Review since 2008 and have had the honor of doing over 60 after-film Q&A’s with many of the most interesting and talented directors, actors and producers in the world. Because NBR is a private organization most of these events go undocumented – unlike many of the press promotions and publicity stops, NBR offers a relaxed “off the record” experience. Which makes for really good conversations. Whether I’m moderating a Q&A or watching my fellow board members doing them it is a rewarding experience and a reminder that most filmmakers, actors, producers, and cinematographers are passionate about their art and generous about sharing their experiences. I can’t say enough about the National Board of Review and how it supports the art of film, supports filmmakers and provides valuable knowledge and financial assistance to young filmmakers.

Occasionally an excerpt from a Q&A will make it to the NBR website. Here are links to a few that I have done in the recent past. You can also find a number of my film reviews elsewhere on this blog.  And, if you have the Blu-ray of Pedro Almodovar’s I’m So Excited you can find a nearly complete Q&A that I moderated with him and his cast on the specials disc.

Q&A with Michael Fassbender

Q&A with Laura Linney and Ian McKellen

Q&A with Brett Haley, Blythe Danner, and Sam Elliot

Q&A with Mike Leigh, Timothy Spall, Marion Bailey, and Dorothy Atkinson

Q&A with Ira Sachs, John Lithgow, Marisa Tomei, and Alfred Molina

Q&A with John Turturro

Q&A with Pat Healy

Q&A with Director Kar Wai Wong, Tony Leung, and Ziyi Zhang