Interview - Fundbox (A Love Story) Co-Directors Miles Merriett & Gail Kempler Share Their Personal Story on How The Worst Moment of their Lives Turned Into One of the Best

In this engaging interview, directors Miles Merritt and Gail Kempler discuss their film 'Fundbox: A Love Story,' exploring themes of kindness, human connection, and the unique Vienna lost-and-found system. They share behind-the-scenes insights on filmmaking, casting, and capturing the city's beauty, emphasizing the importance of hope and humanity in cinema. Key Topics - The unique Vienna Fund Service and its influence on the film - Casting a 79-year-old actor and the natural performance he delivered - The collaboration with cinematographer Judith Stehlik to showcase Vienna's beauty - The emotional storytelling focus over a documentary approach - The importance of kindness and hope in storytelling Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Film Overview 00:22 The Autobiographical Roots of Fundbox 02:37 Turning a Personal Experience into a Film 06:18 Capturing Vienna's Beauty Through Cinematography 09:35 Casting Florentin Groll and His Impact 12:21 Importance of a 50th Anniversary 13:28 Themes of Kindness and Humanity in the Film 17:35 Impactful Ending (Spoiler Free) 19:35 Balancing Tone and Independent Cinema's Role 24:15 Working With A Romantic Partner 27:12 Under-seen Movie Recommendations 28:14 Follow Fundbox & Other Projects Websites, Episodes, Merch, Interviews & More!