Andy Garcia Interview for At Middleton Film
During the press day for At Middleton film, I first interview Adam Rodgers (Director/Co-Writer) and Glenn German (Producer/Co-writer), then I had the chance to interview Andy Garcia. Let me say that again. Andy Garcia. Yes THAT Andy Garcia.
Note: I was invited as media to this event. Any personal views expressed are always 100% my own.
While I had seen him live and in person during the At Middleton Film screening with The New York Film Critics Series (NYFCS), that was a public event. There was 4 rows of people between us. This time it would be just me and Andy in the room talking about his latest film At Middleton, released in theaters, On Demand and on iTunes on January 31, 2014.
To say that I was nervous in an understatement but Andy was down to earth and very easy going. Before starting the interview we joked about needing an extra hour of sleep. Yes I shared a joke with Andy Garcia. He has a good sense of humor.
And it's this sense of humor that comes out in George, the character Andy plays in At Middleton. George who starts the movie as a very by the books (and a little up tight) guy who learns to relax a little and be open to possibilities.
To hear what Andy had to say about the change in his character George, watch the below video
During the interview Andy also talked about the music connection he and Vera shares both in the movie and in real life. It's a very sweet connection that makes their on screen romance both honest and natural.
I really enjoyed my interview with Andy. Yes part of it was about being starstruck but the other part was about hearing first hand what goes into his process as an actor and producer. Andy feels very strongly about At Middleton and the message he, Adam Rodgers and Glenn German hope the movie will open others to.
It's all about life and the connections we make. A great message to be found in a movie. I really hope my readers go see At Middleton!
In AT MIDDLETON, Andy Garcia and Vera Farmiga star as straight-laced George and eccentric Edith, two strangers who meet on their children's campus tour at the idyllic Middleton College. Failing comically to connect with their kids, George and Edith play hooky together, ditching the official tour for a carefree adventure reminiscent of their own college years.
The film’s supporting cast includes Vera Farmiga’s real-life sister, Taissa Farmiga ("American Horror Story"), Spencer Lofranco (JAMESY BOY), Peter Riegert (“Dads,” ANIMAL HOUSE), Tom Skerritt (“Picket Fences,” A RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT), Nicholas Braun (THE PERKS OF BEING A WALLFLOWER), and newcomers Daniella Garcia-Lorido and Stephen Borrello.
To learn more, visit At Middleton, visit
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Twitter - www.twitter.com/At_Middleton
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Love it. I have been waiting for this interview ;) This movie sounds great, too. It's just the kind of movie I like.
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ReplyDeleteSounds like a really cool movie. It's interesting to hear the interview for Mr. Garcia's point of view of his character.
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ReplyDeleteI LOVE Andy Garcia. LOVE! Did I say love. I will definitely be tuning in. You look totally "Andy is my best friend" in this interview. I love it.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great experience you got to meet and interview Andy Garcia. Wow, I would have been too nervous to talk! :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun experience getting to interview Mr. Garcia. I had not heard of the movie but it sounds like one I would enjoy.
ReplyDeleteThis movie looks like one I'd enjoy! How fun for you that you got to interview Andy Garcia. I would have been a little starstruck too! :)
ReplyDeleteI have just found another movie I am excited to see. I haven't heard of Middleton before but this sounds great.
ReplyDeleteVery cool to get to interview him! I hadn't heard of this movie before. It sounds like a good one!
ReplyDeleteNo way! That is too cool to get to interview him. Im not sure if I heard of this before but sounds good.
ReplyDeleteThat is so cool that you got to meet Andy Garcia! I'll have to try to remember to watch his new movie!
ReplyDeleteI've always enjoyed him so I expect that I'll go see the movie. I would have been WAY too nervous to do a one-on-one interview. Go you!
ReplyDeleteI can't believe you got to interview Andy Garcia. How cool is that! Thanks for putting this film on my radar!
ReplyDeleteThat must have been so exciting! Hope to see the movie soon!
ReplyDeleteI love that they had a real connection. That really makes it feel more authentic!
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ReplyDeleteI LOVE Andy Garcia! He has always been one of my favorite actors. The movie he was in with Meg Ryan, When A Man Loves A Woman, was amazing!
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ReplyDeleteI love Andy Garcia! So cool that you were actually able to interview him. Looking forward to seeing At Middleton!
ReplyDeleteIt is always nice to read about the people who are behind the art, products and other things that we watch, use and enjoy.
ReplyDeleteAndy Garcia is such an incredibly talented actor! I will have to make sure to catch At Middleton in the theaters!
ReplyDeleteAT MIDDLETON sounds like a great movie! I love, love Andy Garcia! He is an amazing actor and he is pretty easy on the eyes LOL ; )
ReplyDeleteI haven't heard of this film yet, and that's surprising since my husband is a casting director. Sounds like you had a good time both in the film and the interview!
ReplyDeleteFantastic! I love him and this looks like a great movie to see!
ReplyDeleteWow, I would have been so nervous doing that interview! Nervous but excited :) Sounds like a good movie; I like Vera Farmiga.
ReplyDeleteI've never heard of that movie but it looks good. What an awesome opportunity for you!
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like a good movie! I think it's easy to assume being an actor is easy, but I bet there is SO much more to it than we imagine.
ReplyDeleteHow awesome! Andy Garcia is such an amazing person!! I would love to meet him!
ReplyDeleteGreat interview.. Soo excited about the movie now and can't wait to see it. thanks for sharing
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ReplyDeleteSeems like a lighthearted date night movie. I hadn't heard of it before so thanks for the info.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a great movie. And how cool that you got to interview him?!?
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like a great movie. Thanks for the interview
ReplyDeleteI've never heard of this movie! It looks cute, I can't wait to see it!
ReplyDeleteI had not previously heard of this movie. But I love Andy Garcia so I will likely have to check it out :) Isn't it fun to do those interviews and get an inside look?
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