Today we’re really excited to bring you a conversation with Marco Berger, an Argentinian film-maker, for a conversation about one of his latest works, which is the queer romcom ‘The Astronaut Lovers’.
Together, Tim and Marco discuss why Marco never reads reviews, what it means to follow your dreams, and why he believes cinema is an illusion. They also talk about his next project, his creative process and advice for upcoming filmmakers. Whether you’re a filmmaker yourself, a dreamer, or just curious about queer cinema that challenges norms, this episode is for you.
Find more of Marco Berger here: https://www.instagram.com/marcobergercine/?hl=en
Explore his films on Mubi: https://mubi.com/en/cast/marco-berger
Read about Marco and ‘The Astronaut Lovers’ in The Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/film/2025/mar/26/director-marco-berger-interview-queer-romcom-the-astronaut-lovers
Timestamps:
00:00 – Trailer and intro
01:41 – What inspired ‘The Astronaut Lovers’?
07:44 – Why Marco doesn't read reviews about his films
14:02 – Why you should always follow your dreams
16:52 – Why the cinema is a lie
21:56 – Can you separate the artist from the art?
23:37 – Marco's next project
27:07 – All about Marco’s creative process
32:24 – Where can you watch ‘The Astronaut Lovers’?
39:51 – Advice for upcoming filmmakers
45:26 – Final thoughts and where you can find Marco
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