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Arely interviews Angel Has Fallen's director Ric Roman Waugh and Technical Advisor Mickey Nelson

Roman Waugh & Nelson Talk About “Angel”

August 20, 2019 Arely Perez Interviews, Movies

THIS WEEK on the INTERVUE, I had the chance to talk to Director Ric Roman Waugh and Mickey Nelson, Technical Advisor and Former Assistant Director of the Secret Service in the Office of Protective Operations about the action thriller Angel Has Fallen.

In the third installment in the popular HAS FALLEN franchise, when there is an assassination attempt on U.S. President Allan Trumbull (Morgan Freeman), Mike Banning (Gerard Butler) is wrongfully accused and taken into custody. Desperate to uncover the truth, Banning turns to unlikely allies to help clear his name, keep his family from harm, and save the country from imminent danger.

Jialing Zhang Discusses China’s One Child Policy in New Doc

August 15, 2019 Dean Rogers Interviews, Movies

On this edition of INTERVUE, a new documentary uncovers the fascinating untold history of China’s One-Child policy and the generations of parents and children forever shaped by this social experiment. The documentary is One Child Nation from Amazon Studios. I sat down with the movie’s co-director Jialing (Lynn) Zhang to discuss this powerful film.

Dean interviews Blinded by the Light director Gurinder Chadha

Blinded by the Magic of Chadha

August 14, 2019 Dean Rogers Interviews, Movies

On this edition of the INTERVUE, director Gurinder Chadha has brought the music of the Boss, Bruce Springsteen, and created a wonderful film that tells an amazing story in the upcoming film Blinded by the Light. Inspired by the true story of journalist Sarfraz Manzoor, this wonderful film tells the tale of Javed, a British teen of Pakistani descent, who discovers the world outside his family life and 1980’s hometown through the music of Bruce Springsteen. I sat with Ms. Chadha to talk about meeting Bruce and bringing Manzoor’s story to the big screen.

Don Cherel Talks About His Single “Miracles Happen”

July 29, 2019 Lauren Beverly Interviews, Music

Don Cherel is a man who wears many hats. He’s a director, producer, cameraman, and now a father. In April of this year, Don released his original composition Miracles Happen, which was inspired by the then upcoming birth of his twin daughters. I had a chance to speak with Don about his heartwarming song, his children and the story behind Miracles Happen.

Jayne Atkinson on Being Ann Richards

July 29, 2019 Dean Rogers Interviews, Theatre

On this edition of INTERVUE, Arena Stage in our nation’s capital is playing host to Texas Governor Ann Richards in the stage production of Ann. Ann brings light to the single term Democratic governor who became a force of nature in the world of Texas state politics. I recently talked to actress Jayne Atkinson who takes on a role in this intimate chronicle of Richards’ legacy and how she was determined to make her mark on the world.

Joe Cortese Talks About Role as Roger Stone in “The Loudest Voice”

July 27, 2019 Lauren Beverly Interviews, Television

Joe Cortese is known for his work on the stage, television, and film. He most recently worked on the Oscar Award winning film The Green Book, and he portrayed the late fashion designer Gianni Versace in the televised drama The Assassination of Gianni Versace, which won three Golden Globes. Now, Cortese is taking on a new and unique role. He will make an appearance as Roger Stone on the Showtime original miniseries The Loudest Voice, which is based on the Gabriel Sherman book The Loudest Voice in the Room. I recently had a chance to talk speak with Mr. Cortese about his thoughts on the role and the program itself.

The Shore Leave 41 Interviews: John Glover

July 23, 2019 Dean Rogers Arts & Entertainment, Conventions, Interviews

For the third and final interview from Shore Leave 41, its time to bring it on home – seriously! Our final actor was raised on Eastern Shore – Salisbury, MD. He has an extensive career that has lasted more than four decades. From playing Bryce Harper is the Christmas cult classic Scrooged to playing an NYC Billionaire with creatures on the loose in his self-named building in Gremlins 2: The New Batch, this actor has carved out a name for himself in comic book world playing Lionel Luthor in Smallville and playing The Riddler in Batman: The Animated Series, Superman: The Animated Series & The New Batman Adventures. Ladies and Gents, I present to you – Towson Tiger alum John Glover!

The Shore Leave 41 Interviews: Aaron Ashmore

July 20, 2019 Dean Rogers Arts & Entertainment, Conventions, Interviews

In our second of three interviews at Shore Leave 41 in Hunt Valley, MD, I got the chance to talk with actor Aaron Ashmore. You have seen him at Jimmy Olsen in the WB series Smallville, Steve Jenks on Syfy’s Warehouse 13 and most recently in Killjoys. He’s also the brother of Shawn Ashmore, whom I have the honor of interviewing at Shore Leave 40 last year. For the first time visiting the DMV, we welcome Aaron with open arms!

Dean interviews JD McCrary and Shahadi Wright Joseph of The Lion King

McCrary and Wright Joseph Grace Their Presence in DC

July 19, 2019 Dean Rogers Interviews, Movie News

On today’s INTERVUE, it was the year 1994 that the epic Disney movie The Lion King roared its way into our lives. The story, the songs, the magic still resonates with us today. This weekend, we get to experience the magnificent adventure of Simba, Nala, Timon, Pumbaa and the mighty Mufasa all over again with an updated version of the movie. I recently sat down with the youngest stars of the movie, JD McCrary and Shahadi Wright Joseph play the young Simba and Nala. We talked about Read more

Liv Symone Talks About Aladdin

July 18, 2019 Lauren Beverly Interviews, Theatre

Disney’s “Aladdin” has been a fan favorite since it first appeared in movie theaters in 1992. Now, we get to see it onstage at The Kennedy Center, from now until September 7^th. I recently had a chance to speak with one of the stars of the show, Liv Symone about her role in “Aladdin,” her first national tour and her theater background.

Can you tell us how it feels to go on your first national tour?

It’s been an amazing experience. I’m not going to lie, at first I was very Read more