Documentary 'Bonnie' Celebrates Legendary Casting Director Bonnie Timmermann at Venice Film Festival
The documentary titled 'Bonnie,' directed by Simon Wallon, is part of the Venezia Classici at the 79th Venice International Film Festival. It shines a spotlight on Bonnie Timmermann, a crucial figure in casting history. She's recognized for discovering or boosting the careers of stars like Steve Buscemi, Benicio Del Toro, Natalie Portman, and many more. The film combines interviews and old audition footage, exploring her journey that started in the late 1970s and continues today. Timmermann also produced 'In the Land of Saints and Sinners,' directed by Robert Lorenz and starring Liam Neeson. Notably, her work on 'Miami Vice' in 1984 led to significant projects like 'Heat.' Wallon praises her talent for recognizing true potential in actors, which he describes as almost a sixth sense.
Key facts
- Documentary 'Bonnie' directed by Simon Wallon.
- Presented in Venezia Classici at the 79th Venice International Film Festival.
- Profiles casting director Bonnie Timmermann.
- Timmermann discovered Steve Buscemi, Benicio Del Toro, Natalie Portman, Mark Ruffalo, Melissa Leo, Liam Neeson, Sigourney Weaver, Bruce Willis, Chris Rock.
- She began her career in the late 1970s and is still active.
- She produced 'In the Land of Saints and Sinners' (2023) starring Liam Neeson.
- Her collaboration with Michael Mann started with 'Miami Vice' (1984).
- Timmermann championed diversity and gender equality in casting.
Entities
Artists
- Bonnie Timmermann
- Simon Wallon
- Steve Buscemi
- Benicio Del Toro
- Natalie Portman
- Mark Ruffalo
- Melissa Leo
- Liam Neeson
- Sigourney Weaver
- Bruce Willis
- Chris Rock
- Michael Mann
- Robert Lorenz
- Clint Eastwood
- Kerry Condon
- Jack Gleeson
- Colm Meaney
- Ciarán Hinds
- Margherita Bordino
Institutions
- Artribune
- Venice International Film Festival
- Orizzonti Extra
- Venezia Classici
Locations
- Venice
- Italy