The actor’s character must push at the titular machine or face “termination” in science fiction-thriller.
Bewilderingly, the prison cell is centered around an archaic grist mill.
“Eight months ago, when we filmedThe Mill, these discussions were hypothetical.
Lil Rel Howery in ‘The Mill’.Courtesy of Hulu
Our film unexpectedly became relevant.
But it’s not just about AI or labor.
Joe’s tale isn’t merely topical it’s universal.
Have you ever felt powerless or exploited in this way?
Do you right now?”
O’Grady continues by saying that Howery “became Joe and brought him to life.
He tapped into the times when he felt powerless, displaying raw vulnerability.
Watching him was witnessing pure dedication as he transcended craft and touched the sublime.”
The Millis written by Jeffrey David Thomas and costars Pat Healy, Karen Obilom, and Patrick Fischler.
The film premieres Oct. 9 on Hulu.
Exclusively watch the trailer forThe Millabove.
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