In this Reel Insights episode, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Owen Teague about his role as Brad in Griffin in Summer, the heartfelt coming-of-age comedy from writer/director Nicholas Colia.
Owen opens up about why the film feels so different from anything he’s done before, calling it “one of the funniest movies I’ve seen in a long time” while still carrying a “sweet soul” at its core. He shares how his character Brad — a misguided mentor figure — challenged him in new ways, and why he was grateful to Colia for giving him the chance to step outside his usual roles.
The conversation explores Owen’s acting inspirations, from Andy Serkis’ groundbreaking King Kong performance to lessons he picked up from Matthew McConaughey and Marlon Brando while shaping Brad’s presence. He also reflects on his double life as a teen actor, the influence of his Bloodline castmates, and what he carried forward from his physical performance as Cornelius in Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes.
With behind-the-scenes stories, hilarious set memories, and candid insights into his acting journey, this interview is a must-watch for fans of Owen Teague, Griffin in Summer, and Planet of the Apes.
Griffin in Summer is now playing in theaters.
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