Episode
Onions and Football in Tuscany (with Hunter Harris and Mark Mylod)
28:27
Published: Mon Dec 06 2021
Description
Host Kara Swisher talks with pop culture writer Hunter Harris and Succession Director Mark Mylod about episode 8, “Chiantishire.” Despite being in Tuscany for a lavish wedding, the Roys seize the moment to have some of the most devastating conversations of the season. Kara gets the details on shooting those scenes and getting those performances from director Mark Mylod who reveals the subtle way he tries to keep Brian Cox and Jeremy Strong in the zone as Kendall and Logan Roy. Kara also gets to dish about the episode with culture writer Hunter Harris who was on set with the Succession crew in Tuscany. The official Succession podcast is produced by HBO in conjunction with Pineapple Street Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chapters
The recap covers the episode "Argestes" from the second season of Succession, with the focus on the Roy family's wedding in Tuscany and the drama that unfolds between them, including conversations with the director of the episode, Mark Mylod.
00:00 - 02:27 (02:27)
Summary
The recap covers the episode "Argestes" from the second season of Succession, with the focus on the Roy family's wedding in Tuscany and the drama that unfolds between them, including conversations with the director of the episode, Mark Mylod.
EpisodeOnions and Football in Tuscany (with Hunter Harris and Mark Mylod)
PodcastHBO's Succession Podcast
The latest episode of "Succession" explores the dynamics between unhappy marriages and the desire for someone to acknowledge them, intertwined with the parallel of the children's wariness towards their father's incompetence.
02:27 - 06:18 (03:51)
Summary
The latest episode of "Succession" explores the dynamics between unhappy marriages and the desire for someone to acknowledge them, intertwined with the parallel of the children's wariness towards their father's incompetence. This theme is also reflected in the relationships between mother and daughter in unhappy marriages.
EpisodeOnions and Football in Tuscany (with Hunter Harris and Mark Mylod)
PodcastHBO's Succession Podcast
The characters of Shiv and Kendall feel slighted by their family members, as they are always passed over for attention and recognition.
06:18 - 10:14 (03:55)
Summary
The characters of Shiv and Kendall feel slighted by their family members, as they are always passed over for attention and recognition. Caroline also feels neglected by her children and in a constant battle with her husband for their love.
EpisodeOnions and Football in Tuscany (with Hunter Harris and Mark Mylod)
PodcastHBO's Succession Podcast
The interviewer discusses some of the standout moments from "Succession" season 2 with a guest, including the shocking scene involving a sent email, Roman's self-proclaimed therapy success, and Logan's lack of sensitivity towards Jerry's age.
10:14 - 13:05 (02:51)
Summary
The interviewer discusses some of the standout moments from "Succession" season 2 with a guest, including the shocking scene involving a sent email, Roman's self-proclaimed therapy success, and Logan's lack of sensitivity towards Jerry's age.
EpisodeOnions and Football in Tuscany (with Hunter Harris and Mark Mylod)
PodcastHBO's Succession Podcast
Filmmaker Tom Dolby discusses the process of directing a scene in Italy with actors Harriet Walter and Sophie Cookson in the midst of the pandemic, and how the writing and talent made his job easy.
13:05 - 17:11 (04:06)
Summary
Filmmaker Tom Dolby discusses the process of directing a scene in Italy with actors Harriet Walter and Sophie Cookson in the midst of the pandemic, and how the writing and talent made his job easy. Despite feeling guilty about enjoying the experience, Dolby found the shooting to be a total joy due to the pandemic-related restrictions in place.
EpisodeOnions and Football in Tuscany (with Hunter Harris and Mark Mylod)
PodcastHBO's Succession Podcast
The characters in "Succession" use their familial instincts to identify and exploit each other's weaknesses with laser precision.
17:11 - 22:06 (04:54)
Summary
The characters in "Succession" use their familial instincts to identify and exploit each other's weaknesses with laser precision. The assassination process can be deconstructive and based on conflict, as shown in Logan's attempt to win over his son, or done in a silken and throwaway fashion, as seen in most family assassinations.
EpisodeOnions and Football in Tuscany (with Hunter Harris and Mark Mylod)
PodcastHBO's Succession Podcast
The director discusses his desire for actors to stay in the zone and his goal of creating a balance between the flaws and victories of the characters.
22:06 - 26:15 (04:09)
Summary
The director discusses his desire for actors to stay in the zone and his goal of creating a balance between the flaws and victories of the characters.
EpisodeOnions and Football in Tuscany (with Hunter Harris and Mark Mylod)
PodcastHBO's Succession Podcast
A producer discusses how a scene in a script came to life on screen and how the cameras captured the tension perfectly.
26:15 - 28:38 (02:22)
Summary
A producer discusses how a scene in a script came to life on screen and how the cameras captured the tension perfectly.