- He discourses on functioning like a drug.
Ethan Hawke, aged 53, brought up during the Venice International Film Festival the concept that "greed governs our universe" and found it "embarrassing" for the acting industry that he's collaborated with just a few female filmmakers throughout his lengthy career. He drew a parallel between working with a specific director to the "thrills of drug use," something often talked about.
According to "The Hollywood Reporter," Hawke has "produced movies with numerous men from around the globe." One collaboration, in particular, has left a lasting impression.
His initial film festival experience in the floating city, at the age of 18, alongside director Peter Weir (80), for the movie "Dead Poets Society" (1989), remains a fond memory.
Weir was "one of the few greats I've ever encountered, and still is," Hawke shared. It was an awe-inspiring experience "as a young person to work with him and absorb what he had to offer, and then observe the impact."
"You just crave for it once more"
Hawke likened this experience to a drug high: "It's similar to hearing about the delights of drug use. You just crave for it again. It's such a pleasurable sensation because you don't feel lonely." The life of an actor, Hawke explained, is a peculiar double-edged sword. You're celebrated for your success externally, but the true delight of performing comes from disappearing into the role.
"You feel yourself dissolve and become a part of this dream. And that's the sensation that's so pleasurable. And you watch the dream unfold in others, and that's where this high originates from." Upon leaving Venice at 18, Hawke admitted, "I just craved for it again. And looking at you, I'm so grateful to be here with you and still be a part of it," the 53-year-old expressed his gratitude to the applauding crowd.
Ethan Hawke, who mentioned working with a specific director as similar to a drug high, has collaborated with numerous directors worldwide, as stated by "The Hollywood Reporter." One of his most memorable collaborations was with Peter Weir during the filming of "Dead Poets Society" at age 18.
Ethan Hawke, who draws parallels between working with a director and drug use, has worked with women directors sparingly throughout his career, as he acknowledged during the Venice International Film Festival.
