Jersey Drones, Person of the Year, and an Anti-Holiday Rom-Com | Peter Sarsgaard
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Why was Donald Trump chosen as Time Magazine's Person of the Year for 2024?
Donald Trump was selected for having the most influence on the news in 2024, for better or worse, reflecting his continued prominence in American politics.
What were the other finalists for Time Magazine's Person of the Year in 2024?
The finalists included Vice President Kamala Harris, the Princess of Wales, Elon Musk, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and President-elect Donald Trump.
What is the conspiracy theory surrounding the mysterious drones in New Jersey?
The theory suggests that Iran launched a mothership off the East Coast of the United States to deploy drones for intelligence gathering, though the Pentagon denies this claim.
What is the alternative explanation for the New Jersey drone sightings?
The drones are actually Santa Claus's drones, used to deliver gifts and spy on people's bedrooms to maintain his naughty list.
What is the theme of the holiday movie presented by The Daily Show Movie Network?
The movie is an anti-holiday rom-com, reflecting the less romantic mood of 2024, where the protagonist resists falling in love during the holidays.
What is Peter Sarsgaard's new film 'September 5' about?
The film is about the ABC Sports broadcast team during the 1972 Munich Olympic terrorist attack, focusing on the dawn of live news coverage and its implications.
Why did Peter Sarsgaard find the film 'September 5' particularly compelling?
He was drawn to the film because of the point of view, which he compared to a submarine movie, and the relevance of the journalistic issues from 1972 that still resonate today.
How does the film 'September 5' portray the evolution of live news coverage?
The film explores the birth of live camera coverage, originally meant for sports, and its transition to covering events like hostage crises, raising questions about the impact of constant live coverage.
What challenges did the cast face while filming 'September 5'?
The cast filmed in a tight, claustrophobic setting reminiscent of a submarine, with hot, smoky conditions and limited space, to accurately portray the control room environment of 1972.
What does Peter Sarsgaard think about playing 'bad boys' in his roles?
Sarsgaard prefers playing characters who wear their sins on their sleeve, as he finds them more honest and less likely to have ulterior motives compared to 'good boys'.
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