Listed below is all of the independent and exclusive interviews that I’ve managed to capture on camera. Most of these are the full versions of the interviews that were included in my North and South documentary – North and South at 40: The Film. There’s also chats with Hollywood director John Irvin, former child actor Michael McGreevey, and actor turned writer Rick Lenz. Pictured above is me listening intently to legendary film composer and Oscar winner, Bill Conti.
John Irvin interview: Directing Robin Hood and competing with Kevin Costner
BAFTA nominated director John Irvin shares his memories of making Robin Hood (1991) ahead of the film’s 35th anniversary in 2026. He recalls directly competing with Kevin Costner’s Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, working with Patrick Bergin and Uma Thurman, and the film’s legacy more than three decades later.
Bill Conti interview: North and South and For Your Eyes Only
Academy Award winning film composer Bill Conti recalling his time composing the scores for mini-series, North and South, as well as James Bond film, For Your Eyes Only.
Philip Casnoff interview: North and South
Philip Casnoff discusses his memories of making TV mini-series, North and South. Philip played Elkanah Bent in the series. He recalls the cultural impact of the show, his memories, and working alongside the likes of Elizabeth Taylor and Gene Kelly.
James Read interview: North and South
James Read discusses his memories of making TV mini-series, North and South. James played George Hazard and was co-lead of the show alongside Patrick Swayze. He recalls the cultural impact of the show, his memories, and working alongside some of Hollywood’s most recognisable actors in Robert Mitchum and James Stewart.
William Ostrander interview: North and South
William Ostrander discusses his memories of making TV mini-series, North and South. William played Forbes LaMotte in North and South: Book I. He recalls the cultural impact of the show, his memories, and working alongside some of Hollywood’s most recognisable actors.
Terri Garber interview: North and South
Terri Garber discusses her memories of making TV mini-series, North and South. Terri played Ashton Main throughout the series, one of the key characters in the show. She recalls the cultural impact of North and South, the impact it had on her career, and working alongside Hollywood legends such as Jean Simmons.
Parker Stevenson interview: North and South
Parker Stevenson discusses his memories of making TV mini-series, North and South. Parker played Billy Hazard in North and South: Book II, taking over from John Stockwell who portrayed the character in Book I. Parker recalls his memories of working on the show, co-starring alongside his then wife – Kirstie Alley, and working alongside Hollywood legends such as Jean Simmons.
Beau Billingslea interview: North and South
Beau Billingslea discusses his memories of making TV mini-series, North and South. Beau played Ezra in North and South: Book II. He recalls his memories of working on the show, why it was so personal to him, and working alongside Hollywood legends such as Jean Simmons and Forest Whitaker.
Mark Wolper interview: North and South
Mark Wolper discusses his memories of making TV mini-series, North and South. Mark helped produce all three iterations of North and South, alongside his father David L. Wolper.
Kevin Connor and Robert Papazian interview: North and South
Director Kevin Connor and producer Robert Papazian discuss their memories of making North and South: Book II. Kevin Connor directed all six episodes of Book II having moved to the States from the UK to embark on a successful directing career, having previously been nominated for a BAFTA for his work as editor on Oh! What a Lovely War (1969). Emmy winner, Robert Papazian, produced North and South: Book II off the back of gaining recognition for producing The Day After (1983). The pair discuss their memories of making North and South: Book II, recreating pivotal battles in the American Civil War, and working with Hollywood greats such as James Stewart and Jean Simmons.
Michael McGreevey interview: The Way West and Death of a Gunfighter
Former child actor, Michael McGreevey, reminisces about making two classic Westerns released in the 1960’s: The Way West (1967) and Death of a Gunfighter (1969).
Rick Lenz interview: Writing career and The Shootist
Actor turned author, Rick Lenz, discusses his writing career and appearing in John Wayne’s final film as Dobkins in The Shootist (1976).
Matt Davey 