Viewties | #64 - Molly C. Quinn

DEC. 2021

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ON THE COVER MOLLY C. QUINN

BY CLAIRE LEAHY FOR VIEWTIES

Molly C. Quinn, p10 The actress chats about thriller/horror feature film ‘Agnes’ and her role in the industry.

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Editor's letter Welcome to the December issue! This is a very special time, it's the last month of the year and we wanted to conclude it bringing you the best experience while you’re reading about your favourite artists through the pages of this magazine. Last month, we introduced you to our individual issues, booklet style, one artist at the time, to have a more intimate insight on the talents featured. Remember this is a fast read digital publication to appreciate and celebrate art by knowing the other side of the story including the amazing photography by the outstanding photographers that kindly collaborate with us.

Stay tuned because this month Viewties goes on bringing you the latest on film and television introducing artists whose passion is to make you feel something with their dedication to the job of bringing a project / character to life. As I always say, If I can take something from my job, I strongly believe you will take something from it too. Enjoy the ride and prepare your heart for being touched by our content.

Happy month!

Founding editor-in-chief @vanmiraglia

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Molly C. Quinn ward-winning actress and producer, Molly C. Quinn, has an impressive

future ahead and you’d probably agree with me, as you might remember the fantastic roles she has played that perhaps you're familiar with. In 2009 to 2016, Molly played Alexis Castle on ABC’s award winning, drama series “Castle” and have appeared in films like Warner Bros’ “Doctor Sleep”, “We're the Millers”, “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” and most recent thriller/horror feature film “Agnes”, directed and written by filmmaker on the rise Mickey Reece.

Agnes follows a nun’s disturbing behavior at a remote convent sparks rumors

of

demonic

possession.

When

a

priest-in-waiting

and

his

disillusioned mentor are sent to investigate, their methods backfire, leaving a wake of terror and trauma. Aside from starring in the film, Molly also holds the title of Executive Producer, bringing the project to life through her production company QWGmire.

In conversation with Viewties, Molly answers our questions about the film, as well as her role in the industry and her journey to become the fabulous artist she is today.

Photography Claire Leahy @claireleahy Words Vanesa Miraglia @vanmiraglia

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V: Many of the roles you’ve played throughout your career are very memorable for the audience and that’s because the authenticity in your job is conveyed in all your characters. What has your journey as an actor taught you so far?

My journey as an actor has taught me to be a better listener.

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Molly - My journey as an actor has taught me to be a better listener. It’s a fantastic life lesson too, as it helps me be a better partner to my fiancé and friends.

V: What stories do you dream to tell?

V: Besides being a fantastic actress, you produce films too! You have even started up your own production company ‘QWGmire’. Have you always dreamed of getting involved in production and setting up your own label in the industry?

Molly - We just wrapped filming our feature, Lovely Dark and Deep. I was purely behind the camera for this one.

Our director Teresa Sutherland wrote the script at a point in her life where she was dealing with secrets that had been kept from her.

Molly - You’re too kind! Something I heard over and over when I joined the entertainment industry was stories of people who became incredible artists by “doing it their own way”. Hearing those repeated it filled me with drive to expand my world. All I had to do was try and be okay with failure and maybe, I’d be able to have a company of my own to tell stories with.

Lovely Dark and Deep follows Lennon, a park ranger, on her first solo expedition in the backcountry of a national forest. Left alone, she hopes to uncover the origins of a tragedy that has haunted her since childhood.

I am very excited for people to see it!!

The dream was to tell stories in front of and behind the camera and I’m so happy to now be in that position! There’s still a lot of work to do, but I am up for the challenge.

V: I like that you describe independent film as a possibility of being as creative as you can be, solving problems on your own and not depending on the money.

That’s exactly what I get from these movies when I see them - The humanity that is in their portrayals! Now, what motivates you to take the challenges and do your work as honestly as possible?

V: Was there any movie that you’ve watched and inspired you to do something to make a change in the industry, in society or both?

Molly - No matter the circumstances it is important to view each movie independently. As an example, with Agnes I wanted to bring to life grief and explore how it can eat you alive from the inside out if it isn’t treated…if it isn’t met with honesty and kindness. I hope when people watch the film they are transported into Mary’s body and maybe gain some compassion for the human beings they interact with in their own lives.

Molly - I’m inspired by women who struggle to overcome their circumstances. The strength it takes to just stand up for yourself, the risk you take in doing so.

Raise the Red Lantern is a film that started me on my path of obsessing over how women from all around the world have had to deal with the hand they’ve been dealt.

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Agnes will be released in US theaters and on VOD on December 10, 2021.

V: I like the fact that visually Agnes takes me back to the 90’s and a little bit of the 80’s, but the story is totally refreshing and different for the genre. What would you say makes it appealing to audiences of today?

I think one of the most appealing things about Agnes is its’ ability to take you to a new world.

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Molly - I think one of the most appealing things about Agnes is its’ ability to take you to a new world. Somewhere oddly familiar, but also eerily sinister…how quickly things can spin out of control…the horror of day-to-day life.

V: Have you ever felt vulnerable when it came to sharing your work with the audience? I see in your work originality and personality and I was wondering if sharing your own voice publicly is a bit scary for you.

I also love the look of Agnes and I want to give a shoutout to Kaitlyn Shelby, our production designer. Her work really brought our world to life.

V: I believe you are a superwoman solving problems that being a producer requires and then acting in the same film, how did you relax after that? How do you tackle the pressure?

Molly - This question really makes me think, as my perspective on acting has changed recently.

There is fear with sharing art with the world, I think all artists could agree with that. This piece you love and have cared for is now going to be shared with the world. Will they be kind? Is it their responsibility to be kind? No, it’s not. And you have to know that once you share your creation it will evoke a wide variety of feelings in others. Hopefully more good than bad!

Molly - Well, I don’t always handle the pressure well, but I do try to communicate clearly when I’m feeling overwhelmed! Communication is key, so is drinking lots of water and taking baths!

V: The past two years have been very difficult, but things seem to be getting into a new normal so, what are you looking forward to in 2022?

V: Your character ‘Mary’ in the film Agnes is very different from any other character you have played before, so I was wondering, what was that transition like? How did you relate to someone completely different?

Molly - Yes, the last two years have been difficult for all of us. I hope the pandemic loosens its grip in the coming year so we can all start feeling safe again.

Molly - Mary is another side of me that hasn’t been shared publicly, until now! It seems like a shock compared to the shows and movies I’ve been in previously.

V: Last question, as my nationality is Argentinian, I’m curious to ask you if you have ever seen or experienced any type of art/culture from Argentina?

Mary is just as much a part of me as Alexis Castle and all the other wonderful characters I’ve had the pleasure of creating.

Molly - I have not been to Argentina yet! I’m really looking forward to making it there as soon as I can.

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