To mark the release of the profoundly moving fantasy-drama The Thing With Feathers, we had the pleasure speaking to both its leading star Benedict Cumberbatch, and director Dylan Southern. The duo – fashioning lovely knitwear if we may add – discuss the film’s haunting themes of grief, trauma, and the extraordinary symbolism of birds.
Benedict Cumberbatch opens up about portraying raw emotion, while Dylan Southern shares insights into directing young actors on set, all while maintaining authenticity and care. This chat offers a compelling insight into the craft, the challenges of emotional storytelling, and unforgettable on-set moments — including an admission from our interviewer…
Watch the full interview with Benedict Cumberbatch & Dylan Southern here:
Plot
Left to raise two young sons after the unexpected death of his wife, Dad’s life begins to unravel. Grief is messy and chaotic enough as it is, but when it takes the form of an unhinged and unwanted house guest – Crow – taunting him from the shadows, things start to spiral out of control… but maybe that’s exactly what Dad needs.
The Thing With Feathers is released in cinemas on November 21st
