Vicky Jewson's guest appearances

Vicky Jewson

BUILD Series

KUCI: Film School

The Britflicks Podcast

Switchblade Sisters

Miranda Bailey

Julie Cohen

Natasha Kermani

Jordana Spiro

Anna Biller

Roxanne Benjamin

Megan Griffiths

Emma Tammi

Ramaa Mosley

Ondi Timoner

Jess Weixler

Sandi Tan

Marianna Palka

Tara Miele

Nia DaCosta

OwlTail

This week we have the amazing writer/director Vicky Jewson (Lady Godiva, Born of War) on the program. Her new film, Close, stars Noomi Rapace as a counter-terrorism expert and bodyguard tasked to protect a wealthy heiress. It's a gritty, intimate action film, and that's why the movie Vicky has chosen to discuss is so apt. This week Vicky will be discussing 2002's, The Bourne Identity. Vicky elaborates on the influence this film had on her, and how the Bourne series has had a huge influence on the current iterations of the Bond movies. Vicky goes in depth on mapping out action sequences and working with stunt coordinators to achieve a spontaneous feel in her film. She also talks about working with Noomi Rapace, and why it was difficult for her to call "cut." Vicky and April also go behind the scenes of The Bourne Identity and outline Doug Liman's career trajectory from indie films to directing an unorthodox blockbuster action film. You can see Close on Netflix. If you haven't seen it yet, go watch The Bourne Identity. With April Wolfe and Vicky Jewson. You can let us know what you think of Switchblade Sisters on Twitter or Facebook. Or email us at switchbladesisters@maximumfun.org. Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org.

This week we have the amazing writer/director Vicky Jewson (Lady Godiva, Born of War) on the program. Her new film, Close, stars Noomi Rapace as a counter-terrorism expert and bodyguard tasked to protect a wealthy heiress. It's a gritty, intimate action film, and that's why the movie Vicky has chosen to discuss is so apt. This week Vicky will be discussing 2002's, The Bourne Identity. Vicky elaborates on the influence this film had on her, and how the Bourne series has had a huge influence on the current iterations of the Bond movies. Vicky goes in depth on mapping out action sequences and working with stunt coordinators to achieve a spontaneous feel in her film. She also talks about working with Noomi Rapace, and why it was difficult for her to call "cut." Vicky and April also go behind the scenes of The Bourne Identity and outline Doug Liman's career trajectory from indie films to directing an unorthodox blockbuster action film. You can see <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qWKsiHEpiJM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Close</a> on <a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/80207371" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Netflix</a>. If you haven't seen it yet, go watch <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cD-uQreIwEk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Bourne Identity</a>. With <a href="http://www.maximumfun.org/aprilwolfe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">April Wolfe</a> and <a href="https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2351920/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Vicky Jewson</a>. You can let us know what you think of Switchblade Sisters on <a href="https://twitter.com/switchbladepod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> or <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchbladesisters/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. Or email us at <a href="mailto:switchbladesisters@maximumfun.org">switchbladesisters@maximumfun.org</a>. Produced by <a href="http://www.maximumfun.org/caseyobrien" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Casey O'Brien</a> and <a href="http://maximumfun.org/laura-swisher" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Laura Swisher</a> for <a href="http://www.maximumfun.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MaximumFun.org</a>.

'The Bourne Identity' with 'Close' Director Vicky Jewson

Close, an adrenaline-pumping action thriller written and directed by Vicky Jewson (Born of War), is inspired by the life of the world’s leading female bodyguard,  Jacquie Davis. The film stars Noomi Rapace as Sam. Sam is the world’s toughest female bodyguard, tasked with protecting high profile targets for terrorism and assassination. She fought her way to the top in a man’s world and feels more at home in the war zones of Sudan than back at her L.A. apartment. When she’s assigned to protect a VIP in Morocco, she thinks she’s in for a quick and easy job. That VIP turns out to be Zoe (Sophie Nélisse), a young and very rich heiress who’s never left her bubble of wealth and who isn’t keen on being baby sat. Sam can take a bullet for a  president, but young privileged girls aren’t her specialty — especially a spoiled one. When Zoe’s bulletproof, secluded compound comes under attack in an explosive kidnapping attempt, Sam’s skills are put to the test.  Accused of murder themselves, they must find a way to work together, determined to and hunt the attackers and their corrupt employers. Director Vicky Jewson joins us to talk about meeting Jacquie Davis and the impact it had on her decision to tell her story and the significance of her place in a world dominated by men.For news and updates on Close go to: netflix.com/closeFor news and updates on Vicky Jewson go to: westendfilms.com/screeners/close

Close, an adrenaline-pumping action thriller written and directed by Vicky Jewson (Born of War), is inspired by the life of the world’s leading female bodyguard, Jacquie Davis. The film stars Noomi Rapace as Sam. Sam is the world’s toughest female bodyguard, tasked with protecting high profile targets for terrorism and assassination. She fought her way to the top in a man’s world and feels more at home in the war zones of Sudan than back at her L.A. apartment. When she’s assigned to protect a VIP in Morocco, she thinks she’s in for a quick and easy job. That VIP turns out to be Zoe (Sophie Nélisse), a young and very rich heiress who’s never left her bubble of wealth and who isn’t keen on being baby sat. Sam can take a bullet for a president, but young privileged girls aren’t her specialty — especially a spoiled one. When Zoe’s bulletproof, secluded compound comes under attack in an explosive kidnapping attempt, Sam’s skills are put to the test. Accused of murder themselves, they must find a way to work together, determined to and hunt the attackers and their corrupt employers. Director Vicky Jewson joins us to talk about meeting Jacquie Davis and the impact it had on her decision to tell her story and the significance of her place in a world dominated by men. For news and updates on Close go to: <a href="http://netflix.com/close" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">netflix.com/close</a> For news and updates on Vicky Jewson go to: <a href="http://westendfilms.com/screeners/close" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">westendfilms.com/screeners/close</a>

Close / Film School Radio interview with Director Vicky Jewson