Beatrice Welles on the Legacy of Orson Welles | Julian Schlossberg's Movie Talk

In this episode of Julian Schlossberg's Movie Talk, Julian welcomes Beatrice Welles, daughter of legendary filmmaker Orson Welles, for a revealing and heartfelt conversation about her father’s enduring influence on Hollywood history. Beatrice shares personal memories, behind-the-scenes stories from classics like Citizen Kane and The War of the Worlds, and her thoughts on Orson Welles’ legacy as an actor, director, and visionary. The episode also explores the Welles estate’s recent participation in an innovative new AI voice tool that uses Orson Welles’ iconic voice — with Beatrice offering insight into the decision and its potential impact on film and technology. A must-listen for fans of classic cinema, directing legends, and the evolving intersection of art and artificial intelligence.

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