The Big Picture
Grant Singer, the director of Reptile, discusses his inspiration from David Fincher and the crafting of the film's ending in an interview with Our website Dailies.
Reptile marks Singer's directorial debut in feature films, following his prior experience directing music videos for renowned artists such as Taylor Swift, Sam Smith, and The Weeknd.
The highly anticipated movie boasts an all-star cast including Benicio del Toro, Alicia Silverstone, and Justin Timberlake. In an exclusive interview, Singer delves into the fascinating experience of collaborating with these talented actors, the creative process behind the film's gripping ending, and also sheds light on the captivating theories surrounding the film, among other intriguing topics.
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In today's episode, our enthusiastic hosts, Perri Nemiroff and Steve Weintraub, are delighted to introduce their next guest, Grant Singer. Grant is the first-time feature director of the highly successful movie, Reptile, which has remained in Netflix's top ten list for three consecutive weeks. During this episode, they will delve into various topics including Grant's inspiration from renowned filmmaker David Fincher, as well as divulging numerous spoilers about the captivating ending of the movie. To catch all the excitement, you can watch the full episode in the video provided above or listen to it as a podcast below.
Reptile, a crime thriller, was co-written by Singer, Benjamin Brewer, and Oscar-winner Benicio del Toro. It features a star-studded cast including Alicia Silverstone, Justin Timberlake, and more. The film revolves around Tom Nichols, a hardened police detective, as he investigates the murder of Summer, a real estate agent. As Tom delves deeper into the case, he discovers more suspects and becomes increasingly suspicious of those around him. Singer's debut movie is a dark and visually captivating work that sets the tone for his future projects.
Prior to Reptile, Singer directed music videos and collaborated with artists like Taylor Swift, Sam Smith, and The Weeknd. In a conversation, Singer discusses his influences as a filmmaker and explains why he chose Reptile as his first feature film. The discussion also touches on the experience of working with talented actors like Del Toro, Timberlake, Michael Pitt, and Silverstone. Additionally, the conversation addresses various theories about the film such as the significance of colors and characters' clothing choices. To learn more about these topics, visit Our website Dailies or listen to the podcast below.
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Unveiling the Mystery
In the aftermath of a heinous crime that claims the life of a promising real estate agent, an experienced detective embarks on a relentless pursuit of the truth. As he delves deeper into the bewildering case, he not only unravels the tangled web of deceit but also confronts the shattered illusions within his own existence.
The film is slated to be released on September 29, 2023. It will be directed by Grant Singer and features a talented cast including Benicio Del Toro, Justin Timberlake, Thad Luckinbill, Alicia Silverstone, Michael Pitt, and Owen Teague. The movie falls under the main genre of Drama and has a rating of R. Its runtime is approximately 134 minutes.