A Conversation with The Damned Director Thordur Palsson

Hey, everyone!

I'm thrilled to share a conversation I recorded in December with Thordur Palsson, the director behind The Damned. In this interview, we dive into his journey from TV to film, the challenges of creating his feature debut, and the unique atmosphere of his psychological horror film.

We talk about everything from the claustrophobic setting of the 19th-century Icelandic fishing village to working with natural lighting for an authentic, immersive feel.

Chapters

• 00:00 - Introduction

• 00:08 - Meet Thordur Palsson: Director of The Damned

• 01:00 - Overview of The Damned: Atmosphere and Setting

• 01:55 - Transitioning from TV to Feature Films

• 03:30 - The Importance of Time in TV vs. Film

• 05:00 - Crafting a Single-Point Perspective in The Damned

• 06:10 - Directing in a Claustrophobic Setting

• 07:25 - Natural Lighting and Cinematography Choices

• 09:00 - Release Dates and Closing Thoughts

• 09:30 - Outro: Support and Upcoming Coverage

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