Paul Andrew Williams Interview: Bull

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Directed and written by Paul Andrew Williams, Bull is a revenge thriller that sees the titular character return after 10 years to get even with those who wronged him and left him for dead. Williams, who has previously directed episodes of the stellar crime series Broadchurch, is known for his creativity and specific vision in the industry, and Bull is yet another example of his cinematic prowess.

Screen Rant had the opportunity to speak with Williams about what inspired him to create the dark thriller and how his use of practical effects benefited the film. He also shared his thoughts on working during the pandemic and how he and his crew had the satisfaction of making a film during those hard times.

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Finally the screenwriter-director discussed working with lead Neil Maskell (who plays Churchill in Peaky Blinders) and their visions for Bull’s backstory differed, which may have added to Maskell’s performance.

Screen Rant: As far as revenge movies go, this is right up there for me. I love the character of Bull. Where did the idea for this revenge thriller come from?

Paul Andrew Williams: I get asked that a lot, and I'm like, «I can't remember.» No, it was always just about thinking about what one would do to protect your son or what you do for your children, basically — which obviously is completely unrealistic because I wouldn't do all this for my kids. But yeah, that's how it came out.

I think that whenever I write anything, I just come up with a little tiny bit and then think, «Okay, let's open it up and see what happens.» Listen, the fact that it's even gone to America, man — aside from the fact that I loathe the poster so much, it's great that it's being