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Michael Polish is a prolific and acclaimed American film director, writer, and producer. His breakout feature debut, Twin Falls Idaho (1998), was acclaimed by Roger Ebert as “one of the best films of the year” for its striking originality and emotional depth. From this start, Michael continued to collaborate with his brother, Mark, crafting an eclectic mix of visionary films. His works include Northfork (2003), a visually poetic tale starring Nick Nolte and James Woods, and The Astronaut Farmer, a studio production with Billy Bob Thornton and Virginia Madsen. His 2013 adaptation of Jack Kerouac’s Big Sur was praised by The New York Times for “cracking the code” of adapting a novel for the screen. Michael’s passion for independent storytelling also led to the creation of the 10-episode series Bring on the Dancing Horses, a bold modern Western about a hit woman’s journey for justice. Most recently, Michael directed Alarum, an action-packed thriller starring Sylvester Stallone, Scott Eastwood, and Willa Fitzgerald, about two spies on the run. Michael has also authored books, including The Declaration of Independent Filmmaking, and is a respected photographer and advocate for independent film. (Photo courtesy of Lionsgate.)

Michael Polish

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The Chemistry of Connection

Lili Taylor is a multifaceted award-winning actor whose new book, <a href="https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/743576/turning-to-birds-by-lili-taylor/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Turning to Birds</a>, is out now through Crown Publishing. She was recently seen on the Amazon Studios mystery drama series Outer Range, starring opposite Josh Brolin, and in Braden King’s indie drama The Evening Hour. Lili’s accolades include a Golden Globe win for her performance in Robert Altman’s Short Cuts and an Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Female in Girls Town, as well as Prime Time Emmy nominations for her roles in American Crime, Six Feet Under and The X Files. On film, she’s best known for her work in a plethora of independent classics such as Mary Harron’s I Shot Andy Warhol, Robert Altman’s Short Cuts, Stephen Frears’ High Fidelity, and Nancy Savoca’s Dogfight and Household Saints. She also starred in such fan favorites as Mystic Pizza and Say Anything. On stage, Lili most recently starred in Wally Shawn&#8217;s one-woman show The Fever.

Lili Taylor

Three Great Things: Lili Taylor

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