'The Interview': Chloé Zhao Is Yearning to Know How to Love

Chloé Zhao, the director of "Hamnet," explores themes of death, connection, and the search for enchantment in modern life. Zhao discusses her training as a death doula, driven by her lifelong fear of death and a desire to live more fully. She reflects on the societal shift that has medicalized death, creating a sense of shame around it, and how different cultures approach grief. Zhao also touches on her creative process, leadership style, and the influence of filmmakers like Terrence Malick on her work. She reveals her experience with plant medicine and its impact on her understanding of oneness and fear. Ultimately, Zhao suggests embracing the tension between extremes, finding pleasure even in failure, and recognizing the natural cycles of life.