Acclaimed director Kathryn Bigelow is making her much-anticipated return to filmmaking after nearly a decade with the Netflix production, A House of Dynamite. Ahead of its limited theatrical release on October 10 and global Netflix debut, Collider's Steve Weintraub engaged in a conversation with stars Anthony Ramos and Jason Clarke, delving into Bigelow's unique directorial approach and their experiences on set, along with updates on their other projects.

Bigelow, famously the first woman to win an Academy Award for Best Director for her 2009 film The Hurt Locker, is known for her meticulous process, prioritizing quality over quantity. Anthony Ramos highlighted this, stating, "There's something special to her finding the right one and taking her time." Jason Clarke echoed this sentiment, emphasizing that projects of this intensity and relevance are rare. Both actors noted Bigelow's commitment to authenticity, bringing in extensive research and experts to ensure the highest degree of realism in her productions.

A House of Dynamite is described as an intense action thriller tackling the terror of the unknown in the face of a nuclear attack. The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast including Jared Harris, Rebecca Ferguson, Idris Elba, Jason Clarke, and Anthony Ramos, with Noah Oppenheim penning the script. The early buzz suggests the film is a powerful and immersive experience, with Clarke describing it as a "no bullshit" movie that continually pares back the audience, offering no safe havens or predictable heroic arcs. This approach is hailed as a gift to the cinema world, showcasing Bigelow as a "proper wizard at the peak of her powers."

Behind the scenes, Bigelow’s films are characterized by a dynamic and immersive environment. Ramos and Clarke revealed that A House of Dynamite utilized a multitude of cameras, ranging from three to five primary cameras to as many as twenty smaller ones integrated into screens and walls, creating a sense of constant movement and capturing every nuance. Cinematographer Barry Ackroyd, an "unsung hero" according to Clarke, plays a crucial role in this setup. Ackroyd's ability to light an entire room beautifully allows for fluid, uninterrupted shooting, granting actors immense freedom to move and behave naturally without constant technical adjustments. This efficiency and the comprehensive coverage minimize stress for the actors, allowing them to fully inhabit their roles.

Beyond A House of Dynamite, Jason Clarke discussed his busy October with releases like The Last Frontier and Murdaugh: Death in the Family. He also provided an update on Wind River: Rising, the sequel to Wind River. The film had been entangled in legal issues, specifically with the production of Spinal Tap, but with those resolved, Clarke expressed hope for its imminent release, calling it a "beautiful movie." Anthony Ramos teased his upcoming collaboration with Ryan Murphy on the body horror series The Beauty. Ramos described the show as "crazy," featuring a stellar cast including Ashton Kutcher, Evan Peters, Rebecca Hall, and Jeremy Pope. The premise involves characters transforming into their most beautiful selves, with unforeseen repercussions, offering Ramos one of his most enjoyable roles to date.