‘Mudbound’: Editing Dee Rees’ Complex Shifting Narrative Was an Award-Worthy Challenge
By focusing more closely on the land shared by a black and white family in the 1940s, editor Mako Kamitsuna uncovered greater emotional resonance.
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How ‘Mudbound’ Star Jason Mitchell Proved He’s Much More Than Just ‘A Guy Who Was Able to Imitate Eazy-E’
After breaking out in “Straight Outta Compton,” Mitchell struggled to land other big roles, until filmmaker Dee Rees picked him to lead her acclaimed historical drama.
‘Mudbound’: Dee Rees, Faith, and the Long Path She Took to Make Her Epic Oscar Contender
With festival hit “Mudbound,” Dee Rees proves what she can do with a sprawling southern drama of scale and scope. Netflix backing may prove to be an advantage.
‘Mudbound’: Why Rachel Morrison Deserves to Be the First Female Cinematographer Nominated for an Oscar
Morrison brings the harsh realities of the past and beauty of the land together to create an unique period look.
Dee Rees on Mary. J Blige’s Acting Career: ‘She Never Came Out of the Role’
IndieWire Honors: The “Mudbound” director recalls what it was like to meet the woman “whose music was the soundtrack of my college years.”
Mary J. Blige Is Happy People Don’t Recognize Her in ‘Mudbound’
IndieWire Honors: “Mudbound” is the music superstar’s first big step toward losing herself in a role. Get ready for a whole new stage of her career.
‘Mudbound’ Director Dee Rees Says Netflix Bought Her Film Because Other Studios Were ‘Afraid’
The filmmaker said that the streaming service is providing a home for auteur-driven cinema, but it took her years to figure that out.
‘Mudbound’: Netflix Oscar Hopeful Is AFI FEST Opening Night Entry
AFI FEST has proven to be a launch pad for late-breaking award season hopefuls, from “American Sniper” to “Selma.”
‘Mudbound’ Director Dee Rees to Helm Joan Didion Adaptation ‘The Last Thing He Wanted’
The “Pariah” director will again partner with “Mudbound” producer Cassian Elwes (“Dallas Buyers Club”).
‘Mudbound’ First Trailer: Dee Rees’ Powerhouse Drama Goes From Sundance Darling to Oscar Contender
The director of “Pariah” and “Bessie” returns with her most high profile movie to date, and it’s already an acclaimed darling.
Post-Charlottesville, Dee Rees Counts Down America’s Pathologically Violent History — Watch
Filmmaker Dee Rees gave a helluva speech as she accepted the Sundance Next Vanguard Award this weekend.
Why ‘Mudbound’ Filmmaker Dee Rees Said No to Studio Films and Kept Her Creative Independence
As the filmmaker prepares for a packed awards season, she gears up for an honor that’s all about pushing forward — her way.
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