Newcomer Gia De Sauvage on Debut Thriller and Her Admiration for Gena Rowlands

Newcomer Gia De Sauvage on Debut Thriller and Her Admiration for Gena Rowlands

As a film enthusiast who has been captivated by the magic of celluloid since my early days, I find myself deeply inspired by the budding talent that is Gia De Sauvage. Her aspirations to emulate the legendary Gena Rowlands are not only commendable but also indicative of a rare dedication to her craft.


Gia De Sauvage is embarking on her acting career, and she’s already mapping out the route she aspires to take.

The novice expresses great affection for Gena Rowlands and dreams of having a similar acting career,” he mentions.

She appears for the first time in the upcoming cable network television movie titled “Nightmare in the Desert“, which is part of their fall lineup. This film is based on real-life incidents, with De Sauvage playing Shae, a young woman who returns home with her fiance Chris (Tristan J. Watson), following the demise of her father. While they embark on a hike together, their journey takes a turn for the worse as someone follows them, causing trouble along the way.

As a gamer, I’d put it this way: “It was like we were all one big gaming clan! We clicked instantly, laughing and joking like old friends at summer camp.

Additionally, De Sauvage viewed this experience as a chance to delve into various aspects of movie-making. He gained considerable knowledge on the technical facets of acting.

De Sauvage admits that working on a thriller was enjoyable for her, but there are various film genres she’s eager to explore. Identifying herself as an enthusiastic learner of cinema, the actress is always catching up on movies. “I appreciate all genres,” she shares, referring to one of Rowlands’ later films, her favorite movie being “The Notebook“.

Speaking about her deep respect for the late actress, De Sauvage recounts a heartfelt tale of witnessing Rowlands’ performances. “Following her passing two weeks ago, I watched ‘A Woman Under the Influence’ for the first time, and it genuinely inspired me and stirred me as an artist,” she expresses. “I believe that she embodies such raw vulnerability and intricate complexity in every role she plays, and to me, that’s what a remarkable artist is all about.

Moving forward, De Sauvage anticipates applying the knowledge gained from “Nightmare in the Desert” during her professional journey. She expresses gratitude for the director and crew who were generous with their guidance, enabling her to grow as an artist. Throughout the production, she felt incredibly supported, making her experience truly rewarding.

De Sauvage aspires to repay the kindness shown to her by aiding fellow actors in future projects, stating, “I’d be thrilled to assist any actor in the future on their film projects. I want to offer them support and create an environment where they can grow, especially if it’s their first time working on a movie.” She expresses her gratitude towards the film’s director Sam Irvin for offering her this opportunity, noting that, “Creating a safe space for every actor on all my future projects is something I consider crucial.

Nightmare in the Desert premieres on Sunday, Sept. 15, at 8 p.m. ET.

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2024-09-14 20:55