See how Silence of the Lambs, The Leftovers, Christopher Pike, and more influenced DuVall’s work.
ForClea DuVall, it’s all about connection.
“As soon as I finished reading the book, I knew I wanted to adapt it.”
Railey and Seazynn Gilliland in the series ‘High School,’ a TV depiction of Tegan and Sara’s adolescence.Michelle Faye/Amazon Freevee
Here, the actor-director tells EW what pieces of pop culture she’s connected with most throughout her life.
The Leftovers
“The Leftoverswas just so devastating.
It was so human and painful and beautiful.
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I think that is the best place to be in.”
She says her performance in the film which earned Foster an Oscar made her want to pursue acting.
“I’ve never made anything like it but hope to one day make something in that genre.
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Goodfellas
Speaking of favorites, DuVall also praisesMartin Scorseseand his mastery of storytelling.
Her favorite Scorsese film?Goodfellas.
I’m equally on the edge of my seat every single time.
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“There was something about those books and the formula that made writing feel very accessible to me.
“Hole and Bjork, these strong women I really sought out.
They had something to say and their music was just so inspiring.
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High Schoolis streaming now on Amazon Freevee.
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