Was the chemistry between him and Pacino what makes the film so intriguing?
CN: I think the chemistry between them is two fascinating presences that are on the screen together for the first time. For me it was very exciting to watch these two great actors working together. DK: George Clooney is listed as one of the producers on the film. How hands-on was he in regards to that? CN: George and Steven Soderbergh are executive producers on the film and their production company “Section Eight” is involved. They have been extraordinarily helpful in guiding me through my first studio film experience. It has been a tremendously valuable collaboration. DK: Adding to that collaboration, what is it like? CN: Oh, I have had a wonderful experience. I really can’t complain, but I was always waiting for the other shoe to drop. But I found the studio environment to very productive. That does come from working with the right producers and executives. I felt very supported in everything we tried to do with the film. Importantly, they never tried to make the film something that
