Exclusive interview: Chris Nahon

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Exclusive interview: Chris Nahon

We talk exclusively to Chris Nahon, director of Kiss Of The Dragon and the new live-action version of Blood: The Last Vampire, released Friday…

How did you become involved with making the live-action version of Blood: The Last Vampire?

I met the producer but at the time Ronny Yu had just been confirmed as director. I was surprised when the producer asked one year after if I wanted to direct Blood. I was a fan since the beginning and I accepted with no hesitations.

Had you seen the original Blood: The Last Vampire anime?

I’d had the DVD for year. It always been a reference for me.

What changes did you need to make to the original in order to recreate it as a full-length live-action movie?

Adding another dimension in order to develop more the character of Saya. We open a door on her past.

What was it like working with action director Corey Yuen again?

Working with an old friend reminded me of so much emotion from the making of Kiss of the Dragon. Him and his team are incredible – they are ready to jump from the window for you anytime!

Did you encounter any problems during the shooting of the film?

Directing is managing problems to drive your movie back on your track. If we can avoid accidents it’s the best that I can ask for because we took a lot of risks.

What was the best part about making this movie?

Having Gianna and Koyuki together. Doing action with women. I loved it!

Kiss Of The Dragon has been easily one of the best Jet Li vehicles made in the West (in my opinion at least!). How do you think you got it so right, and why do others get it so wrong?

It comes from the good communication between the production and the director. I have never been so free since that one.

You obviously enjoy making action movies, but do you plan to move into any other genres?

I have a lot of plans. I would like to work develop more and more emotions on my next projects. The studio or the production still have a lot to understand in term of action movies. Most of the time they separate the genres when one can help the other.

What are you working on next?

I have many projects… but I never talk about them until they are done. I am too much superstitious for that…! Cheers.