The 20-year-old 'Stranger Things' actor had a hard time to get funding for his movie 'Hell of a Summer' because people tended to be skeptical of his age.
- Jun 12, 2023
AceShowbiz - Finn Wolfhard was dismissed as too "young" to direct a movie. Along with Billy Bryk, the 20-year-old actor has co-directed and co-written the film "Hell of a Summer" but explained how it was a struggle to find financial support for the project as there was skepticism about his tender age.
"That's what everyone said when we tried to get money for this movie. They're like, 'You're a little young to be directing a movie.' I'm like, 'Yep,' " Finn said to Entertainment Weekly. "Oh my God, they gave money to two kids to make a crazy (movie). Not to downplay it, I'm incredibly proud of it, but it was a crazy thing," the "Stranger Things" star added.
Finn explained that he did not see age as a hindrance when getting behind the camera. He said, "We'd like to let the film speak for itself. I don't think age defines filmmaking in any way. I think everyone has stories to tell, and if you have the chance to do it, then do it."
Wolfhard acknowledged that both he and Bryk have "enough self-awareness" to accept that there would be bumps in the road as the pair directed their first movie. The "Ghostbusters: Afterlife" actor said, "We're really young, we're going to mess up a lot, and we're going to make mistakes. Let's just ride the wave and be as communicative with everyone as possible and make everyone feel a part of the team."
"It was really informative. I learned more on that set about myself and about other people and about running a set and working with different personalities. I learned more in those three weeks than I have in my whole life."
