'He's a fun guy': Richard Linklater on working with Paul Mescal and his upcoming film with Glen Powell

Richard Linklater chats to Esther McCarthy about his new film — and his long-term project with Paul Mescal

AUSTIN, TEXAS - MAY 17: Richard Linklater attends the "Hit Man" photo call at Four Seasons Hotel on May 17, 2024 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Hubert Vestil/Getty Images)

Towards the end of my interview with Richard Linklater, the filmmaker jokes about scheduling a follow-up interview in 17 years’ time.

That, he says, is the expected timeframe for an extraordinary new project Linklater is filming with Irish actor Paul Mescal.