also, an interesting interview https://www.nssmag.com/en/art-design/11444/hello-brooklyn-12

That goes to show what a great actor he is.

this could be interesting. maybe.

LeftyBoi: What’s your most vivid memory of working with him?

geemaliklinton: So many vivid memories. But the one that jumps out at me was the first day of shooting, some middle school kids from Washington Heights freaked out when they saw him. He literally walked over to them and just started shooting the breeze with them. Totally made their day. He's truly a gem of a dude.

SadCombinationss: Keanu was a producer on the film, did he get any say in the changes that were made?

geemaliklinton: No, not at all. That was only on the studio side. But he was definitely super supportive to me. He's actually the one who fought to have me go to Paris to do my director's cut with Herve de Luze. Without his help, the director's cut would have never happened. So kudos to Keanu for that.

Sno0pyBo0: Hi! Thanks for doing this AMA! How did Keanu and Ana react to all the changes made by the studio? Thanks!

geemaliklinton: They both signed on to the movie to tell a story about abuse, and to really expose the hideousness of sexual abuse. So having that focus removed from the movie was hard for everyone involved. We made the movie because we believed in spreading that message.

brianx87: What does Keanu Reeves smell like?

geemaliklinton: Great question. He actually smells like paint.

s3rila: Does he have a painting of himself that grow old instead him but smell like a human?

geemaliklinton: You said it, not me. You did not hear that secret from me

:D

BawlinOnABujjit: Everyone always talks about how humble and great Keanu is and it seems like he genuinely is a great person. However, knowing he's human (hopefully, he might be immortal), what was the most surprising thing to learn about him while spending so much time with him? Thanks for your time!

geemaliklinton: He's very proud of his Asian roots, and that's one thing I didn't know before. But really he's just the most professional and sincere guy I've come across in this business.

MikeHoncho13421: Is he really as quiet and as nice a guy as everyone says? Kind of a dumb question, but what are his quirks? Does he like just being alone between takes or kind of mingle with everyone on set? Also, can I be in one of your movies? I’ll audition for “nonspeaking ginger bystander #4”. Haha

geemaliklinton: He can be quiet sometimes, yet. But other times he can be really talkative. He becomes the character he's playing, so in DoG, since he was playing this dark, depressing cop, that's that he stayed in between takes. And as for the ginger bystander, absolutely.

Someone asked if Keanu knew about r/KeanuBeingAwesome, and he said: "He definitely knows about this sub."

...But does he know about WINM?

Cole3003: What was the coolest thing you saw Keanu do (that you remember)?

geemaliklinton: When he didn't know anyone was looking, i saw him rescue a kitten (in bullet time)

...oh.

I'll probably archive the thread here when I have the time. Too many good things in there.

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...But does he know about WINM?

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... I think he does. it's been mentioned around a lot ;) besides, there's that note on a paper napkin...

as for archiving the thread, check your email ;)

https://wifilmfest.eventive.org/films/63ef98ed59885c0061b1b3c0

https://madison365.com/wisconsin-film-festival-returns-for-its-25th-anniversary/