In two recent interviews, Jerome and key members of the “I’m a Virgo” crew — Maxwell Orgell, production designer; Eric Moynier, cinematographer; and Garth Winkless, puppeteer — discussed the secrets behind the show’s many movie magic tricks, the symbolism of Cootie’s size and why the most antiquated filmmaking techniques are sometimes the most effective.
What did you think you were getting into when you signed up for this show?
When we met in person a week later, he brought a briefcase that had these figurines of all the characters, including Cootie.
MAXWELL ORGELL When I first read the script I said, “This is going to be a headache” and I walked away from the table.
I needed a few days, but I couldn’t stop thinking about it.
Persons:
Jerome, Virgo, — Maxwell Orgell, Eric Moynier, Garth Winkless, —, JHARREL JEROME I, MAXWELL ORGELL, I’d, Orgell, Michel Gondry
Organizations:
Boots
Locations:
Oakland