Ethan Hawke recently shared his thoughts on the contrasting experiences of watching blockbuster films like *Harry Potter* or *Star Wars* versus those directed by Richard Linklater. In a playful yet insightful comparison, Hawke noted that while epic fantasies leave him yearning to be a wizard or Jedi, Linklater’s films offer a different kind of magic—one rooted in the beauty of everyday life.
Hawke explained, “When you see a Richard Linklater film, you walk out feeling, ‘Well, I’ve done that. I’ve met a person, I’ve connected with another human being, and that was important, and that was magic.'” He likened this to the Zen philosophy that celebrates the simple miracle of walking on Earth, emphasizing how Linklater’s films remind us of the everyday wonders around us.
Hawke also highlighted his long-standing collaboration with Linklater, noting that they’ve worked together on “9 or 10 films, depending on how you count,” including the acclaimed *Before* trilogy and *Boyhood*. Their latest project, *Blue Moon*, continues this creative partnership.
