One of the greatest actors of his generation, Philip Seymour Hoffman would have turned 53 today, July 23, 2020. To celebrate his legacy, we're proud to share a never-before-published press conference for Capote from the 43rd New York Film Festival in 2005, featuring the actor and director Bennett Miller discussing their Oscar-winning drama. The always eloquent Hoffman spoke about what he did to prepare for the role, the illusive mysteries of Truman Capote’s life, and why the role left no emotional scars. Bennett Miller opened up about his approach for the look of the movie, working with the cast, the emotions required of a director on set, and how the rest of film's ensemble fits into Capote's story. As we revisit one of Philip Seymour Hoffman’s finest performances, we hope you enjoy this glimpse into his process. Film at Lincoln Center is dedicated to supporting the art and elevating the craft of cinema and enriching film culture. Film at Lincoln Center fulfills its mission through the programming of festivals, series, retrospectives, and new releases; the publication of Film Comment; the presentation of podcasts, talks, and special events; the creation and implementation of Artist Initiatives; and our Film in Education curriculum and screenings. Since its founding in 1969, this nonprofit organization has brought the celebration of American and international film to the world-renowned arts complex Lincoln Center, making the discussion and appreciation of cinema accessible to a broad audience, and ensuring that it remains an essential art form for years to come. More info: http://filmlinc.org Subscribe: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=filmlincdotcom Like on Facebook: http://facebook.com/filmlinc Follow on Twitter: http://twitter.com/filmlinc Follow on Instagram: http://instagram.com/filmlinc