Michael Shannon Gets A Turn Playing Good Guys

This Fresh Air podcast episode features an interview with actor Michael Shannon by Dave Davies. They discuss Shannon's recent roles as real-life historical figures in "Nuremberg" and "Death by Lightning," where he plays Robert Jackson and President James Garfield, respectively. The conversation explores his approach to these roles, contrasting them with his more villainous characters, and delves into specific scenes from both productions. They also touch on Shannon's earlier work, including "Revolutionary Road" and "Boardwalk Empire," his musical endeavors covering R.E.M. albums, and his experience working with actors like Ray Liotta. The episode concludes with a review by David Bianculli of the restored and expanded Beatles Anthology documentary series on Disney+.