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Tag: Russell Mael

“Tryouts for the Human Race”: Zach Clark Talks with Sparks’ Russell Mael

Film
By Zach Clark | December 3, 2024
By Zach Clark | December 3, 2024

“Tryouts for the Human Race”: Zach Clark Talks with Sparks’ Russell Mael

The writer-director of The Becomers talks with the film's narrator about their respective experiences during the pandemic.

Edgar Wright Talks with Ron and Russell Mael (Sparks) on the Talkhouse Podcast

Podcast
By Edgar Wright | June 17, 2021
By Edgar Wright | June 17, 2021

Edgar Wright Talks with Ron and Russell Mael (Sparks) on the Talkhouse Podcast

The British director sits down for a delightful, movie-centric chat with the subjects of his new documentary, The Sparks Brothers.

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