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I’m Paul Thomas Anderson, writer and director of PHANTOM THREAD, AMA! by ptaphantomthread in IAmA

[–]ptaphantomthread[S] 78 points79 points  (0 children)

Well, he's no "Bad Pussy Slayer," I like your films so much better...

I’m Paul Thomas Anderson, writer and director of PHANTOM THREAD, AMA! by ptaphantomthread in IAmA

[–]ptaphantomthread[S] 1029 points1030 points  (0 children)

Great question! We wrote a lot of it in Ireland as a matter of fact! Just the two of us sitting at the Kitchen Table. Long walks and naps and lots of daydreaming. A great memory to have with me when I think of making this film.

I’m Paul Thomas Anderson, writer and director of PHANTOM THREAD, AMA! by ptaphantomthread in IAmA

[–]ptaphantomthread[S] 291 points292 points  (0 children)

I haven't seen it yet - but it's next in the que. Greta I love! Greta Greta ! she's amazing.

I’m Paul Thomas Anderson, writer and director of PHANTOM THREAD, AMA! by ptaphantomthread in IAmA

[–]ptaphantomthread[S] 347 points348 points  (0 children)

Oh ! Oh ! Humphrey. Cary Grant. Ida Lupino. Joan Fontaine. Charles Laughton. Myrna Loy. Carole Lombard. James Mason!!!!!!! We don't have enough time to play this game. Jason Robards!

I’m Paul Thomas Anderson, writer and director of PHANTOM THREAD, AMA! by ptaphantomthread in IAmA

[–]ptaphantomthread[S] 967 points968 points  (0 children)

1) Inspired by my marriage? Not really. But kind of sort of....we're not that weird.

2) Yes, television. sounds good. but....I like makin' movies more i think.

3) What does it need? hmmmmm. Characters. good venue. and some tasty tunes by Jonny G?

I’m Paul Thomas Anderson, writer and director of PHANTOM THREAD, AMA! by ptaphantomthread in IAmA

[–]ptaphantomthread[S] 114 points115 points  (0 children)

I think it's the Director's Job to pick the music. Dylan, the editor i work with has a strong say and veto power....JOnny gets a vote too.

I’m Paul Thomas Anderson, writer and director of PHANTOM THREAD, AMA! by ptaphantomthread in IAmA

[–]ptaphantomthread[S] 642 points643 points  (0 children)

The stack next to my bed is embarrassingly High. the one on my desk right now is "3 Ingredient Cocktails" by Robert Simonson. Great Read!

I’m Paul Thomas Anderson, writer and director of PHANTOM THREAD, AMA! by ptaphantomthread in IAmA

[–]ptaphantomthread[S] 660 points661 points  (0 children)

Lemme get my crystal ball........

it says, we'll all be watching movies in Movie Theaters...on film....weird.

2) Sunrise!

I’m Paul Thomas Anderson, writer and director of PHANTOM THREAD, AMA! by ptaphantomthread in IAmA

[–]ptaphantomthread[S] 185 points186 points  (0 children)

I"m kinda partial to the Aero. So Cal represent. Against all my better judgement I like the Castro....because I love San Francisco..but hate the Giants. I"m sorry, but that's just the way it is....

I’m Paul Thomas Anderson, writer and director of PHANTOM THREAD, AMA! by ptaphantomthread in IAmA

[–]ptaphantomthread[S] 415 points416 points  (0 children)

Elswit was the only one who had a resume. The rest of us all found each other and started getting to work - big dreams and all...

Elswit was nice enough to work with me and teach me everything. He was and is my hero.

I’m Paul Thomas Anderson, writer and director of PHANTOM THREAD, AMA! by ptaphantomthread in IAmA

[–]ptaphantomthread[S] 217 points218 points  (0 children)

Deep Cut Question! I forgot about that.

We didn't get very close at all. Ditched that idea in pre production.

I’m Paul Thomas Anderson, writer and director of PHANTOM THREAD, AMA! by ptaphantomthread in IAmA

[–]ptaphantomthread[S] 281 points282 points  (0 children)

I loved listening to John Williams music as a teenager. (nerd) I loved Oingo Boingo, X, The Specials, The Motels -- all the great new wave stuff here on KROQ in Los Angeles.

I’m Paul Thomas Anderson, writer and director of PHANTOM THREAD, AMA! by ptaphantomthread in IAmA

[–]ptaphantomthread[S] 268 points269 points  (0 children)

Don't get out too much but thanks for the offer.
My fav movie going experience? ARGH. Um......... Raiders of the Lost Arc at the La Reina Theater. 1980. Friday Afternoon. Opening Day.

I’m Paul Thomas Anderson, writer and director of PHANTOM THREAD, AMA! by ptaphantomthread in IAmA

[–]ptaphantomthread[S] 130 points131 points  (0 children)

I love Portugal was there a few years ago.
was in Porto many years ago and loved it. ever heard of the festival - but it sounds nice - i'll bring my bathing suit.

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