WILLEM DAFOE: The Man in My Basement, Spider-Man & Poor Things

2025-09-09

In this Reel Insights episode, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with acclaimed actor Willem Dafoe about his haunting new role in The Man in My Basement, which had its World Premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).Dafoe opens up about what first drew him to the project, crediting his admiration for Walter Mosley’s work and the vision of debut director Nadia Latif. He also shares insight into the deep preparation behind his unsettling character, noting how research was essential to grounding the p...

Dafoe opens up about what first drew him to the project, crediting his admiration for Walter Mosley’s work and the vision of debut director Nadia Latif.

He also shares insight into the deep preparation behind his unsettling character, noting how research was essential to grounding the performance.

When discussing TIFF, Dafoe highlights why festivals like this remain crucial.

With sharp reflections and candid behind-the-scenes details, this conversation is a must-watch for fans of Willem Dafoe, lovers of psychological thrillers, and anyone excited for The Man in My Basement.

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