This Fresh Air Weekend episode features captivating interviews with Al Pacino and Saoirse Ronan. Pacino opens up about his memoir, "Sonny Boy," sharing stories from his South Bronx upbringing, his legendary acting career—especially his iconic role in "The Godfather"—and how childhood trauma shaped him. Meanwhile, Ronan discusses her performances in two new films: "Blitz," a gripping World War II drama, and "The Outrun," where she plays a young woman struggling with alcoholism. She offers insights into her acting process and her personal connection to the films' themes. The episode also includes a review of "Blitz."
