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Kristina Lorent Goztola is an Award-winning actress and producer. She has an international career in both film and theater industry. She speaks English, French, Italian and Hungarian fluently. In 2022, he founded his own film company in Paris.

“Soft Floating in the Field of Spheres”  

Directed by Peter Korday – Produced and starred by Kristina Lorent Goztola

• Your feature  film currently being shot has a strong story. The theme of the script was  your idea. How did it come about?

Although the story is not based on personal experience, it was inspired by a recent family tragedy. We all get to that point where we stop for a while and take stock of our life.

• How is the relationship with your team? 

I’m shooting with a small team, in a family atmosphere, and this is very good now. Such deep monologues , intimate female feelings must be displayed, so it is especially good to work with a familiar and reassuring team on the set. We are over nearly fifty percent of the shooting but I already feel , that it will be difficult to leave Rebecca’s figure behind me.

• How would you define your personal experience with cinema as a producer?

In my previous works, I mainly focused on success, on making what I do like as many people as possible. Recently,  it’s getting more important for film to be a  means of expression for me.

• Can you tell us any difficulties you had during the filming? 

The style of the film is drama fantasy. While writing the script, we changed the location of the story many times. We couldn’t decide in which country the story should take place. Moreover I imagined that this film could only be directed by a woman, the story is so feminine. Then during its preparation this idea of mine changed.

• How has the process of creating the character been? 

Since I’m also the screenwriter of the film, the constraction of Rebecca’s character began already during the writing. It’s s completely different situation than when, as an actress, you take a still virgin script into your hands. But I have to say that Rebecca’s figure changed a bit still at the very last moment. By the last minute I mean the dress rehearsal. Props and costumes are important to an actor/actress.. Yes, a good costume adds a lot to the actor’s work.

• What is life like for an actress  and producer in France? 

France entered my career in 2015, when I was invited to play the leading role in a drama of Matei Visniec. Before that I only acted in English- language productions, so that year became a milestone in my life. There are certainly no coincidences, since our first independent production was also born in Paris, in French language. I like working with French team, because they are reliable and hardworking and the actors are excellent.

• What was the most valuable thing you learned during your career?

Love your work, find joy in it and don’t chase success – this is my ars poetic, but of course  we are not the same, others may think differently.

• What are your expectations for the film when it is released?

I would like the film to reach as many people as possible and I hope it will touch many of them.

• Can you tell us something about your next job?

We have just finished our next script with Peter Korday. “Des huîtres dans la baignoire”. It’s a comedy, and although we still have  a lot of pre production work to do, I’m looking forward to shooting it.

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Kristina is an Award-winning actress and producer. She has an international career in both film and theater industry. In 2022 she founded her own film company in Paris.

When did you realised you wanted to be an actress?

Even when I was a little girl, I was very interested in music. I learned ballet, folk dancing and play the piano. I was twelve years old when the feeling came over me during a theatre performance that I had to do this, that’s why I was born. So at the age of fifteen I continued my studies at the music conservatory. When I was nineteen, I was already playing leading roles in musical plays in theatres.

Do you remember your first time at the Movies?

It was a musical TV movie, in which I had to sing. Even though I already had some theatre experiences , I remember having butterflies in my stomach. Stage fright in front of the camera, it’s quite different from that on the stage.

If you should change country where would you like to work?

I studied and worked in Los Angeles, New York, London, Rome and Budapest. Paris has been the center of my life for a few years now. I love France, I love being here. It’s true that our work requires a lot of travel and I lead a cosmopolitan lifestyle.

Two films that have marked your life for better or for worse…

….for better, there are many of them. Dead Poets Societ, The Lovely Bones, The Devil’s Advocate and  La ciociara with Sophia Loren. 

….for worse…. I wouldn’t say anything. On the one hand, because I respect the work and effort of my collegues, and as a profucer I know how complex it is to run a film successfully, on the other hand, you can learn a lot from mistakes. 

What do you think about Acting schools?

In order to be successful in the long term, a good quality of acting school is essential. I had marvelous masters in Los Angeles and in London. There I acquired the Meisner technique, which is an indispensable tool for genuine screen acting. Although, when I play a big classical drama on stage, I reach for the Stanislavsky method.

Have you ever hated your ambition?

I’m such a perfectionist, excessively. Sometimes I wish I were not. You have to be able to let things go. At the beginning, I always focused on whether others liked what I was doing, I wanted to live up to other’s expectations. My masters taught me that in art, it is not perfection that is the most important but individuality and what you convey  through it.

Francois Truffaut used to think that “Film Lovers are sick people”… was he right?

I’m a great admirer of Truffaut and maybe he was right from the point of view that any kind of art – be it music, painting, dance or film making – requires full commitment.

Close your eyes…if I say “Cinema” what do you see?

Early forties, I’m sitting in a battered cinema and a black and white film amazes me. Maybe it’s the Casablanca, who was directed by Michael Curtiz, Hungarian film director, just like George Cukor, Sir Alexander Korda. Since I was also born in Hungary, I’m very proud of them.

Who’s the Director that taught you the most?

Jack Waltzer, – who taught such big names like Sharon Stone, Gerard Butler,David Soul and worked with Sigourney Weaver, Dustin Hoffman – was decisive for me. With many leading roles in musicals behind me Jack told me; “ Christine, you are a dramatic actress” and he was right. 

About your job, tell us your biggest dream. 

I always do everything to get the best out of my task and it feels fantastic to win award, however the work  itself, acting and filmmaking that makes me happy.

What’s your worst nightmare?

I have  two recurring nightmares.  One is that I arrive at the set and the location is not yet ready or it turns out that it is not possible to make shooting there. Of course, this has never happened to me, it’s probably a subconscious fear of mine. For sure, finding the location as a profucer is always the biggest thrill for me. The other one is that I forget going to the theatre, even though I have a performance in the evening.

How important is to have a good Cinematographic Culture?

Cinematography has always been decisive in any historical period.  Whether it teaches or entertains, amazes or scandalizis, it has a big impact on people. It has a great advantage over the theatre, namely that it remains for the future. 

What would you like to improve as a Filmmaker?

I like to improve our budget :):).                           I founded my own film company in 2022 in Paris. It is still a young company, but full of ambition and great faith.

A big producer give you the chance to play in the remake of one of your favorite black and white movie. What film do you choose?

The Artist. It’s a fantastic movie. But if I have to go even further back in time, then Roman Holiday or Casablanca.

Film Industry it’s a tough place and sometimes is normal to feel lost and discouraged. Who’s the person that keeps you motivated?

My husband Peter Korday. He is director, producer and used to be an actor. He perfectly understands my desires and my fears. I’m happy if I’m invited to shoot in other productions, but when Peter is behind the camera it’s wonderful. I suppose that Bérénice Bejo must have felt the same on the set of ‘The Artist’ or Sophia Loren, most of whose films were produced by her husband Carlo Ponti. 

Alfred Hitchcock said: “To make a good film you need 3 things: The script, the script and the script”.  Do you agree with him?

Completely.  No matter the great director and the good actors or the perfect crew, if the script is not good, it is really difficult to get something really good out of it. 

What’s your most ambitious project for the future?

We’ve just finished a screenplay, we wrote together with Peter Korday, “Huîtres dans la baignoire”. It’s a comedy and we love it. We can’t wait to get to be filmed.

Do you think that sadness or at least melancholy let be more creative?

Unfortunately, it is true. The above-mentioned comedy was written during a very difficult time. My father, several close relatives and young friends have recently died in a short period of time. Writing comedy was a form of therapy for me, although it was not conscious. That’s when  I realized how much I love writing, and that I have something to do with. 

What do you wish to yourself as an actress and producer?

We are now shooting our latest film “Soft Floating in the Field of Spheres” of which I’m the protagonist and one of the producers. The movie is directed by Peter Korday, and though I have worked with him before, I’m full of excitement. He is the kind of precise and calm director who exude confidence but likes innovation. I feel that this role is a challenge for me now. So I keep my fingers crossed.

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Kristina Lorent Goztola is an Award-winning actress and producer. She has an international career in both film and theater industry. She speaks English, French, Italian and Hungarian fluently. In 2022, he founded his own film company in Paris.

What’s the absolutely necessary ingredient to be a good actress?

Commitment to your work.  I love every stage of my job. Be it a dress rehearsal or even an analysis of the role with the director. 

First and last cinematographic crush? 

I’m a fan of classic movies. Like most young girls, I was greatly influenced by Audrey Hepburn, Vivien Leigh.…now  I focus on representing on  my own  style. 

How old you were when you decided you wanted to be an actress? 

Twelve. I remember the day exactly and of course I had already been to theatre before, then during the performance I realized that this is my path, that’s what I have to do. From then on, I couldn’t even imagine having any other job.

For you a Film is… 

Denudation of the soul. As in the case of our new film currently in production. “Soft Floating in the Field of Spheres” directed by Peter Korday, crawls into the deepest recesses of the female soul. It raises questions that we women also face with fear and even often try to avoid. I have worked with Peter Korday many times before and I really enjoyed it. He works precisely and his confidence makes the actor more confident. 

What do you feel when you’re acting and producing  in the same film?

My soul primarily is that of the actress, however the final decision is made by my profucer self.

It sometimes occurs to me that when we discuss the cast selection, the names of my fellow actors, actresses come to my mind first and foremost. It’s natural, since one likes working with his/her favorite colleagues. One of my English director friends once told me that this is convenient but not reasonable. According to him, the decision made on such a basis stems from a lack of self-confidence on the part of the director and producer. 

Audrey Hepburn used to say “Nothing is Impossible”, what do you think about it? 

I totally agree with it. My father used to tell me “If xou’re building castle in the air, don’t about bricks”.  So, let’s dare to dream big, but don’t forget about enjoying the path leading there as well. 

What it feels like to live of your passion? 

I’m lucky , that I never had to do any other work. I know a lot of my colleagues have to and I respect them for that. Even though I’m interested in many things, I would suffer if it were not for film and theatre that could fill my life completely. 

What’s more important talent or luck? 

Both. Talent is essential for a long-term career, however to make the big jump, you need to be in the right place at the right time.

You must go to a desert island but you can bring with you just one movie… 

Dead Poets Society with Robin Williams and Mr. Bean’s Holiday with Rowan Atkinson.

Have you ever accepted a part even if you didn’t like the project? 

No never. Not even as a novice actress. 

What’s the best compliment you have received about your Job? 

It’s a nice story that a few years ago I was walking down the street in Rome a man started following me and stopped me.  He gave me his business card because he is a film agent and I must hecome an actress.  I smiled and said it was late  because I already am, and already have representation.

Are you satisfied about your career? 

I’m satisfied with my life but I always strive for maximalism at work….. so if I take it that way, I’m eternally dissatisfied. 

Do you have a good luck charm? 

I’m still waiting for it…

Which is the worst moment on set ? 

A few years ago the pandemic balked my plans as well. 

How do you feel when a job you’ve been part of it’s ending? 

It’s a bad feeling when a shoot ends. We often work together for 8-10 hours a day for a common goal and than suddenly it’s over.  Sometimes we make friends, but life drags us on because you may be shooting  in another country in a few months later. 

If you should win an Oscar your first thought would go to… 

To my parents and to my fantastic masters in Los Angeles and London

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