In this interview, actor Matthew Modine talks to Salon about his long film career and how he selects roles. The "Oppenheimer" and "Stranger Things" actor says his personal philosophies and preferences led him to turn down some iconic roles (like "Top...
In this interview, actor Matthew Modine talks to Salon about his long film career and how he selects roles. The "Oppenheimer" and "Stranger Things" actor says his personal philosophies and preferences led him to turn down some iconic roles (like "Top Gun" and "Back to the Future") and lean into others. His latest film, "Hard Miles," combines his love for cycling with his affinity for playing a good guy.
00:00 The new film "Hard Miles"
05:47 Matthew Modine on cycling
10:28 Why Matthew Modine plays "good guys"
12:20 Staying on the right side of history
15:41 Roles that Matthew Modine passed on
17:58 "Downwind" and nuclear testing
22:27 Officiating Millie Bobbie Brown's wedding
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