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The Staffa Corner Podcast
Episode 15
Guest: William Sadler (actor)
Joining me on this episode of The Staffa Corner is talented actor William “Bill” Sadler. Bill has appeared in films like Shawshank Redemption, The Green Mile, Iron Man 3, Bill & Ted’s Bogus Journey, and more. He has countless TV appearances including Roswell, White Collar, The Blacklist, and one of my favorites, God Friended Me.
Despite interviewing countless celebrities, I fully admit I was nervous about recording this episode. Not because Bill’s a Hollywood icon but because in the 27 years since Shawshank Redemption first premiered, he has been asked every possible question about the movie repeatedly. As much as I love the film, there wasn’t anything new I could bring to the discussion. And yet, I really wanted to talk about Shawshank Redemption.
Thankfully, Bill was nothing but an absolute pleasure to interview. I was captivated by his stories involving many of the films I’ve grown to love. From learning how he developed his character Death for Bill and Ted, to events that led to the casting of some of his iconic roles, I was fascinated. I was especially inspired when listening to him talk about being willing to ask questions and take chances on things.
To my delight, Bill was more than willing to talk about Shawshank Redemption. It was an honor discussing the film with a star of perhaps the best film of my lifetime. We dove deeper by talking about the lasting impact, as well as how young people like YouTube influencer Natalie Gold are discovering the film for the first time and posting their reactions online.
Listening to Bill discuss his upcoming film A Stage of Twilight is riveting. The film doesn’t come out until 2023 but the passion in his voice makes me eager to check it out. Perhaps our paths will cross again at some point, maybe a film festival premiere.
A sincere thanks to Bill for joining me on The Staffa Corner, as well as Karina Hjorth who helped connect the two of us
The Staffa Corner Podcast – Episode 15 – William Sadler
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