Willem Dafoe and the Shadow of Disney World

Midday on WNYC | Jan 25, 2018

Willem Dafoe discusses starring in Sean Baker's indie film, The Florida Project. Set over one summer, the film follows precocious six-year-old Moonee as she courts mischief and adventure with her ragtag playmates and bonds with her rebellious but caring mother. The family lives in Magic Castle, a shabby hotel-turned-housing-complex in the shadows of Disney World. Dafoe has received an Oscar nomination for his performance as Bobby, a reluctant hero who runs Magic Castle and keeps an eye on the community's children.

This segment is guest hosted by Martha Plimpton.

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