Writer Justin Kuritzkes on ‘Challengers’; Harvey Weinstein rape conviction overturned
The Business · KCRW
April 26, 202430m 2s
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Show Notes
<p>Kim Masters and Matt Belloni examine the surprising decision made by the New York State Court of Appeals to <a href="https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/harvey-weinstein-ny-rape-conviction-overturned-1235881207/">overturn</a> Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction. </p>
<p>Plus, Masters speaks to writer Justin Kuritzkes about the rollout of his first effort at writing a movie, Luca Guadagnino’s <i>Challengers</i>. He talks about how the Zendaya-led film was inspired by a particular US Open match that turned him into a tennis obsessive. And he shares how he and his wife, Celine Song — known for her Oscar-nominated <i>Past Lives</i> — manage to keep their work separate from their relationship.</p>