*SXSW 2024* Interview With 'The Hobby' (2024) Director, Simon Ennis and Cast Members, Candice Harris & Dan Corbett

From the World Series of Board Games on the Vegas strip and dating back to ancient Mesopotamia, "The Hobby" is an affectionate, character-driven portrait of the massive and diverse subculture of board games. With a fascinating cast of charming subjects – including the “Roger Ebert of board games”, a rock-climbing board game philosopher, and a birdwatcher who created an unlikely smash hit – players share personal stories of competition, compulsion, creativity, and connection. "The Hobby" explores the value of leisure time and uncovers the deep meaning found in “meaningless” pursuits.

Follow our interviewee online:
Simon Ennis IMDb
Candice Harris IMDb, Twitter
Dan Corbett IMDb

Follow our interview host online:
Gabe Lillianthal on Letterboxd, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok

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Credits:

• Theme music by Eugene Rocco Utley
• Artwork by Danny Jarabek
• Edited by Danny Jarabek