Bill Condon Talks Movie Musicals, 'Gay Sensibility' in Twilight & Reuniting with Eddie Murphy 🎬
In this episode of Behind the Lens, Oscar-winning director Bill Condon shares insights on his new musical adaptation 'Kiss of the Spider Woman,' the influence of 'gay sensibility' in Twilight, and his exciting plans to collaborate again with Eddie Murphy.

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In this episode of Behind the Lens, Academy Award-winning filmmaker Bill Condon discusses his latest musical adaptation, 'Kiss of the Spider Woman', the challenges facing movie musicals, and how the industry has evolved. Condon reflects on his iconic work, including 'Dreamgirls'\,' 'Chicago,' and Disney’s 'Beauty and the Beast,' and opens up about bringing a “gay sensibility” to 'Twilight'. He also shares details about his upcoming projects with Eddie Murphy and a film centered on Paul Simon’s 'Graceland'. Don’t miss this fascinating conversation about storytelling, representation, and the future of musicals.
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Oct 24, 2025
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