Constructing Characters: An Interview with Willem Dafoe

Willem Dafoe has become a staple of the American film industry, contributing his talents to arthouse and blockbuster cinema alike. In this interview, Dafoe explores his many collaborations with Abel Ferrara such as Pasolini and Tommaso, films that are driven by anxiety about the changing world. He also shares his thoughts on the importance of auteurs and the theatrical experience.