About this episodeJesse Smollett and Vivica A. Fox discuss the release of their family film 'The Lost Holiday' on Amazon Prime V…AI summary
Jesse Smollett and Vivica A. Fox discuss the release of their family film 'The Lost Holiday' on Amazon Prime Video, highlighting its themes of LGBTQ+ acceptance and family reconciliation. The conversation emphasizes the collaborative effort led by Black women in the industry and offers a blueprint for navigating complex family dynamics with grace and understanding.
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The film 'The Lost Holiday' serves as an educational blueprint for families navigating LGBTQ+ acceptance, addressing topics like same-sex relationships, adoption, and intergenerational conflict.
Jesse Smollett wrote the character Cassandra specifically for Vivica A. Fox, noting that the character was originally named 'Viv' because no one else could embody the role.
The production was heavily supported by Black women executives, including Mona Scott Young, Tresa Smallwood, and Vivica A. Fox herself, who helped secure funding and distribution.
Smollett's approach to directing involves holding up a mirror to society rather than preaching, aiming to foster understanding for those with 'unintentional ignorance' regarding LGBTQ+ issues.
Vivica A. Fox served as a co-producer and 'cracked the whip' during the 11-day shoot, ensuring professional efficiency while maintaining creative collaboration with her nephew.
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“We did not want to just make a film that Vivica A. Fox was in. We wanted to make a great Vivica A. Fox film. And there is a difference.”
▶ 5:51Jesse Smollett explaining his intention to create a high-quality project that honors his aunt's legacy rather than just capitalizing on her name.
“Cassandra is to me kind of the perfect example of somebody that you think one thing... but it's not actually. She just has these tiny like these microaggressions of slight homophobia that is not so obvious to pinpoint, but it's got to be caught.”
▶ 11:07Smollett describing the nuance of his character's journey from subtle bias to acceptance.
“My job is not to preach to people... it's just to hold up a mirror and whatever y'all get from it, whatever I get from it is what y'all get from it.”
▶ 10:57Smollett discussing his philosophy on storytelling and addressing social issues without being didactic.
“Black women have been particularly the ones to guide me... to hold me up in the times that it was the most difficult... my whole mission is to do this to pay them back.”
▶ 16:01Smollett acknowledging the critical role of female executives like Mona Scott Young and Tresa Smallwood in getting the film made.
Chapters & Sections (50)▼
0:00Celebrity Interview with Vivica A. Foxchapter2
0:00Celebrity Interview and Movie Discussion
1:09Celebrity Interview and Book Discussion
2:11Vivica A. Fox Discusses Working with Nephewchapter3
2:11Praise for Vivica's Acting Performance
2:54Gratitude and Nostalgia for Longtime Friendship
3:24Actress Shares Heartwarming Experience Working
3:59Celebrity Interview with Vivica A. Foxchapter3
3:59Celebrity Interview with Vivica A. Fox
4:38Physical Altercation in a Professional Setting
5:16Celebrity Interview Discusses Vivica A. Fox Film
6:15Celebrity Interview Discusses New Family Filmchapter3
6:15Influence of Soul Food and Still Magnolia
6:58Fan Expresses Gratitude and Inspiration
7:28The Lost Holiday Movie Review
8:10Navigating Family Dynamics and LGBTQ Acceptancechapter3
8:10LGBTQ Community and Family Relationships
8:57Family Estrangement and Reconciliation
9:25Personal Reflection on Forgiveness and Grace
10:07Understanding and Giving Grace to Otherschapter4
10:07Importance of Giving Grace to Others
10:37Lack of awareness about LGBTQ+ issues
11:07Microaggressions in Cassandra's Character
11:43Finding Balance in Relationships and Life
12:19Discussing The Lost Holiday Filmchapter2
12:19Discussing the Challenges of Single Parenthood
13:04Film Review of The Lost Holiday
13:53Importance of Patience in Waitingchapter2
13:53Patience and Waiting in Life's Journey
14:54Celebrating Black Women in the Film Industry
15:32Gratitude to Black Women Mentorschapter2
15:32Gratitude towards Black Women Mentors
16:33Celebrating Team's Achievement and Gratitude
17:09Vivica A Fox Discusses Director's Behaviorchapter3
17:09Mother's Day Release on Prime Video
17:45Traumatizing Experience on Movie Set
18:15Film Production Experience and Comparison
18:49Collaboration and Professionalism in Film Productionchapter2
18:49Collaboration with Jesse on Film Set
19:29Argumentative Discussion with Vivica and Sway
20:29Heather B's Early Radio and Acting Careerchapter3
20:29Sway's Experience with B Boy Blues
20:59Aunt Ruth Lands Role in Film
21:39Tyler Perry Comments on Sisters Film
22:09Celebrity Interview and Film Promotionchapter5
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