Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick, the famous acting couple, have been married since 1988. Despite their successful acting careers, they managed to raise two children together. Now, they have taken on a new challenge as co-directors and co-stars alongside their adult children in a movie called “Family Movie.” In an interview, they shared insights into what it was like to direct together and create a story based on their own family dynamic.
The horror comedy “Family Movie” follows a filmmaking family who stumbles upon a body while shooting a slasher film. Desperate to save their production, they decide to cover up the murder, leading to unexpected chaos.
During the premiere of “Family Movie” at SXSW, Kevin Bacon, 67, talked about the unique experience of working on the same project with his wife. He described how they typically would come home from work and share stories about their day, but now they were able to experience these moments together. Sharing these ups and downs with each other and their children added an extra layer of excitement to the filmmaking process.
Inspired by the lockdown in Los Angeles during the COVID-19 pandemic, the family decided to collaborate on a project. Surprisingly, their kids, Sosie and Travis, were on board with the idea. Each family member had a hand in developing the story, providing insider knowledge to the writer, Dan Beers. Kyra Sedgwick, 60, described the meta aspects of the film, expressing her desire to protect her family in a character she called “fantastically schizophrenic.”
Despite their strong bond, disagreements were inevitable, even while directing “Family Movie.” Kyra humorously shared that there were moments when they didn’t see eye to eye, but eventually, Kevin would realize she was right. This balance of collaboration and individual perspectives added depth to their creative process.
“Family Movie” currently does not have a scheduled release date, leaving audiences eager to see the result of this unique family project. The film promises a blend of horror, comedy, and a touch of family dynamics, making it a must-see for fans of the Bacon-Sedgwick family.
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