TV & Film
Shadows and Silence: Talking The Dreadful
In this episode of Movie Talk with Lynnscason, host Lynnscason sits down with Kit Harington and Sophie Turner to unpack their experience working on The Dreadful. The conversation moves beyond surface-level promotion and dives into craft, character psychology, and the realities of performing within a slow-burn gothic drama.
The episode begins with a discussion about what initially drew both actors to the project. Sophie explains her connection to Anne’s quiet emotional arc, describing how the character’s strength emerges through restraint rather than dramatic outbursts. She reflects on portraying grief in a subtle, internalized way and how that required careful control over body language and expression. Kit shares that he was intrigued by the film’s tone and moral ambiguity. He describes Jago as a man shaped by violence and guilt, someone carrying emotional weight without openly revealing it.
Lynnscason guides the discussion toward preparation and performance choices. Kit speaks about researching the physical and psychological toll of war to ground his character’s behavior. Sophie discusses the challenge of conveying transformation without obvious emotional shifts. Both actors emphasize how silence and stillness became essential tools in building tension.
The conversation also explores on-set challenges, including filming in harsh coastal conditions that added authenticity to the bleak medieval setting. They discuss working within a restrained script that avoids overt horror in favor of atmospheric unease. Rather than relying on spectacle, the film leans on mood and subtle conflict, a choice that shaped their performances.
As the episode concludes, the discussion turns to themes of faith, survival, and moral compromise. Kit and Sophie reflect on what they hope audiences take away from the film The Dredful on myflixer — not shock or spectacle, but reflection on the emotional cost of truth and loyalty. The episode offers listeners thoughtful insight into the artistic process behind a visually stark and emotionally measured drama.