DUAL, 7min., USA
Directed by Yu Wang

Get to know actor Lukas Akan:

1. What motivated you to make this film?

I didn't make the film, I've only acted in it. I was approached with the script from a filmmaker, but I was hesitant in pursuing it. I usually don't like horror films, but I found the script interesting to play from an acting point of view, and since I haven't done anything like it before I thought It would be a fun challenge for me as an actor.

2. From the idea to the finished product, how long did it take for you to make this film?

Don't know since I didn't make it. But I believe it was a thesis film if I'm not mistaken. My guess would be anything from 1-2months.

3. How would you describe your film in two words!?

Scarry and disturbing.

4. What was the biggest obstacle you faced in completing this film?

Well from an acting point of view, it was to try to find authenticity for the tone of the film.

5. What were your initial reactions when watching the audience talking about your film in the feedback video?

I was very pleased with the positive response, and was happy that we succeed in bringing suspense and horror to the audience.

6. When did you realize that you wanted to act in this film?

I was a bit curios when the directer said it was a horror film, because it's not something I usually participate in. However I have acted in another student horro before which was super fun to shoot, I feel like there's a lot more play with horror. But I wanted to make sure that I knew what I was getting myself into, so right after I read the script.

7. What film have you seen the most in your life?

Pirates of the Caribbean - Dead man's chest and Avatar 1

8. What other elements of the festival experience can we and other festivals implement to satisfy you and help you further your filmmaking career?

Press I guess - articles, interviews and laurel's/ proof of selections/winns which I got in this email.

9. You submitted to the festival via FilmFreeway. How has your experiences been working on the festival platform site?

Great, I feel like it was easy to find festivals and read about them.

10. What is your favorite meal?

A great authentic Italian pasta dish and or filet mignon with some crispy potatoes and some red wine.

11. What is next for you? A new film?

Well I just finished shooting a supporting role for an independent short in Sweden, which's was super fun, great director to work with. So I'm hoping for more film and tv.