Troy Kotsur on New Thriller 'In Cold Light' and His Career

Filming 'In Cold Light'

• 🎬 Troy Kotsur describes shooting a stunt scene for 'In Cold Light' in Alberta, Canada, near a real rodeo, with only 5 minutes to capture the moment.
• 💡 A particularly impactful scene involved a motion sensor light turning off during a serious conversation, highlighting the challenges faced by the deaf community when communication relies on vision.
• 🎭 Kotsur explains how this darkness effectively makes deaf individuals both deaf and blind, intensifying the scene's realism and tension, which he believes also impacts hearing audiences.

'Prime8' and Old-School Horror

• 🐒 Kotsur discusses his other new film, 'Prime8', describing it as an old-school horror film that relies on practical effects rather than CGI, reminiscent of 1980s filmmaking.
• 😱 He likens the film's atmosphere to 'Jaws' in a house, creating a sense of authentic terror and escape.
• 👂 Kotsur notes that the film's moments of silence can be particularly scary for a hearing audience, offering them a glimpse into a deaf perspective.

Reflections on Awards Season and 'CODA'

• 🏅 Reflecting on awards season, Kotsur compares the experience to passing an Olympic torch, enjoying watching new actors receive recognition.
• 🎭 He recalls his own journey as a rookie just a few years ago, finding it amusing and fascinating to witness others' paths.
• 🎬 Kotsur mentions 'Dream Scenario' as one of his favorite recent films, praising Joel Edgerton's emotional performance conveyed through his eyes.

Returning to Los Angeles

• 🌟 Kotsur shares that he is enjoying reconnecting with friends in Los Angeles, a city he lived in previously.
• 🚶 He mentions the fun of walking down Hollywood Boulevard and interacting with fans, even when recognized for photos while getting pizza.
• 🎬 He encourages viewers to check out his new movies, 'In Cold Light' and 'Prime8', and to re-watch his Oscar-winning film 'CODA'.