Published May 21, 2018
Making ‘First Reformed,’ the Best Movie of the Year So Far, With Paul Schrader | The Big Picture (Ep. 66)
Paul Schrader delves into the making of 'First Reformed,' revealing insights on casting Ethan Hawke and employing innovative filmmaking techniques to craft a spiritually infused narrative that challenges conventional storytelling aesthetics.

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