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by Mike Haberfelner

March 2022

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Unsheltered in a few words is a modernized classic slasher film from the 80s with a little Blair Witch style mixed in, basically 5 friends are trying to escape the incoming hurricane but end up getting shelter in a pretty mysterious and terrifying place. My character is kind of the funny guy who tries to keep it together, but Mo is full of surprises and I'll leave it at that.

 

What did you draw upon to bring your character to life, and how much Edgar Tomas Lopez can we find in Mo?

 

What I drew from myself into the character is the positive vibes, Mo is constantly cracking jokes to break the tension between the characters and is also not afraid to show some emotion as well. The biggest part of it all is his appreciation for the friends around him, I can honestly say I have some amazing friends in real life and I’m grateful for all of them, and in the movie Mo is deeply connected to Aaron, Emily, Ana and Michelle, which we actually all became pretty close friends in real life.

 

How did you become attached to the project to begin with, and what drew you to it?

 

I remember looking at this casting call and loving the character description for Mo, once I was in the casting room I met John, Marcus and the rest of the people putting this together. This project had a great energy from the beginning, and at our first table read I could feel the chemistry clicking for us.

 

What can you tell us about Unsheltered's director Marcus Small, and what was your collaboration like?

 

Working with Marcus Small was great, there are different types of directors and Marcus is definitely an actor's director in my opinion. He’s such a pro and has the patience of a grand master, he was constantly looking out for us on set and he also allowed us to be free with our characters and improvise. He’s a uniquely talented director with a huge ability to bring out the best in actors, and I can’t wait to work with him again.

 

Unsheltered's main location, the airplane graveyard - what was it like shooting there?

 

The airplane graveyard was a great setting for this story. It brought an eerie feeling to the set and it definitely elevated the movie to a new level of horror with it’s unique background. It was perfect for props.

 

What can you tell us about the shoot as such, and the on-set atmosphere?

 

The on-set atmosphere was amazing, it felt like we were all a big family from the beginning. From crew to the whole cast, everyone was giving it their all and having a great time as well. I can honestly say it was my favorite set to work on. The bond that was created between everybody was special and I miss those guys all the time.

 

Any future projects you'd like to share?

 

I’m currently working on an indie film with another buddy of mine who is a phenomenal DP, his name is Eddie Hanratty and he actually was the colorist for this film, we’ve been working together for like 5 years straight. Eddie is a magician when it comes to cinematography. Another project is one with the very talented Caleb Martin who played Aaron in Unsheltered. Caleb and I hit really hit it off and we’re pretty close and have the same ambitions when it comes to the film industry. He’s a super talented hard worker and not afraid to wear different hats on set.

 

What got you into acting in the first place, and did you receive any formal training on the subject?

 

What made me get into acting was in high school actually, by random chance I got involved in a small role for a play and fell in love with acting. While in college in Puerto Rico I got back into it there by doing many short films and sticking my head in books to learn about the craft. Once I moved back to Florida I officially started my career and got involved in all different types of productions. Commercials really helped me a lot and I was in love with the production side of things so I would go from one set of being a principal actor to an indie project being an assistant camera, grip, gaffer and all the other positions to keep learning all the ins and outs and basically learn first hand how all these different working pieces come together to make a film.

 

What can you tell us about your filmwork prior to Unsheltered?

 


Prior to Unsheltered I was working on smaller budget indie films and working a lot of commercials for Disney, Universal, car and boat commercials and lot of different companies, so it gave me a lot of experience working in all types of sets and working with different style of directors, so it’s been a blessing that I’ve been able to do this for 8 years now. I have loved working behind the camera as well and it’s interesting doing it from both perspectives.

 

How would you describe yourself as an actor, and some of your techniques to bring your characters to life?

 

As far as describing myself as an actor I would say that I love being adaptable. There are so many acting methods and techniques out there that are great but to me there are certain roles that can’t be fully explored with one method. I think the best way that works for me is to flow with it and not force anything with one specific technique. That’s why they say what you write on script usually changes while you’re filming, it basically takes it’s own shape and you just have to guide it to the finish line. I would say the same goes with acting and growing with the character you’re playing.

 

Actors (and indeed actresses) who inspire you?

 

Always been a huge fan of DiCaprio, he is a true artist who has mastered his craft. Another one is Marlon Brando, his name speaks for itself. Some other mentions are Meryl Streep, Paul Newman, Daniel Day Lewis, Marion Cotillard, who is just flawless with every role, and of course De Niro.

 

Your favourite movies?

 

My favorites movies are Apocalypse Now, Godfather, Raging Bull, The Departed, Gladiator, The Prestige, Rear Window, On the Waterfront. Just so many great films out there.

 

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I didn’t like the remake of Wicker Man with Nicholas Cage, can’t stand it, and for some odd reason Vanilla Sky as well. To be fair I haven’t watched Vanilla Sky in forever but from what I remember it just left a bad taste in me.

 

Your website, social media, whatever else?

 

Facebook: Edgar Lopez, Instagram is edgarlopezofficial

 

Anything else you're dying to mention and I have merely forgotten to ask?

 

Honestly it’s just how crazy this film industry and all of us who are involved in it are, it’s a drug and there’s no other feeling than being on set and the bond you develop with these random group of people and bringing the script to life.

 

Thanks for the interview!

 

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