Ben Sharrock's 'Lost in Translation'-Esque 'Alone Together' is a much-needed representation for the wayward 30-somethings. The Scottish writer-director is calling from the desert, where he's scouting locations for his AFM-bound existential romantic dramedy. With stunning views behind him on Zoom, Sharrock discusses the highs and lows of location scouting in the Middle East, his distinct style of filmmaking, and the magic he believes Callum Turner, Adria Arjona, and Amir El-Masry saw in his script. Sharrock's movie offers overdue representation for the mid-to-late 30s crowd, exploring themes of love, loss, and grief. It's a slice of life, moment in time film, but with a twist. The story unfolds as two lost souls collide during a rare rainstorm in a fictional metropolis, and it speaks to big themes around love, loss, and parenthood. Sharrock's previous work, 'Limbo', received critical acclaim and awards success, giving him the confidence to stick to his unique style. He's optimistic about the future of film, believing in the demand for strong, interesting, risk-taking, bold, author-led films that can have an impact. And he's excited to work with Turner, Arjona, and El-Masry, who are drawn to the project's specific voice and vision.
