The Interrupters’ interpreter: Steve James

The Interrupters, Steve James’ most ambitious project since his 1994 masterpiece Hoop Dreams, sees the acclaimed director returning to the streets of Chicago to tackle the thorny issue of gang violence. As the film continues its festival run in advance of a summer U.S. theatrical release, he tells realscreen about the experience

May 25, 2011

The Interrupters, Steve James’ most ambitious project since his 1994 masterpiece Hoop Dreams, sees the acclaimed director returning to the streets of Chicago to tackle the thorny issue of gang violence. As the film continues its festival run in advance of a summer U.S. theatrical release, he tells realscreen about the experience