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“I Didn’t Know If I Could Find Him, But I Wanted to Look”: ‘THR Frontrunners’ Q&A With ‘Franz’ Director Agnieszka Holland

Holland explained her fusion of Kafkaesque life with present-day elements in Franz, aiming for a fragmented yet cohesive portrait.
Holland noted the film blends Kafka’s life with jumps to the present, shaping a new depiction of the writer.
Idan Weiss was cast as Franz Kafka, described by Holland as a rare presence with the right 'soul' for the role.
Holland discussed choosing In the Penal Colony over other Kafka works to shape the film’s tone.
The panel highlighted Kafka’s ongoing cultural impact and the film’s aim to explore that relevance.
Poland selected Franz as its best international feature film submission for the Oscars, signaling national support for Holland’s approach.
Holland explained how Prague locations helped revive Kafka’s presence for the film’s narrative.
Holland emphasized Kafka’s complex relationship with his own fame and how the film explores memorabilia and monuments around him.
Holland noted collaboration with a German casting legend to find the right actor for Kafka.
Holland underscored the film’s aim to depict Kafka’s life through a mosaic of relatives and friends.
Holland’s approach reflects her broader interest in cinema as a vehicle for memory and myth around Kafka.

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