"In 2016, we were as we continue to be in a time of mean-spiritedness. If you were vulnerable or needed support, you were met with punishment, and there was a constant vilifying of people who needed help."
"The food bank scene came from a real story Paul heard at a Glasgow food bank. I had a sense this had to be an emotional high point of the film."
"Before shooting, I begin every project thinking: I don't know how to do this. Which I think is important, because you've got to go back to basic principles every time."
"We cast Hayley Squires as Katie because of her authenticity, truth, belief and warmth. You can tick all those boxes, but you've also got to feel that the audience will care about this person."
The film 'I, Daniel Blake' portrays the harsh realities faced by individuals in poverty, emphasizing the systemic cruelty that blames the poor for their circumstances. The character Daniel Blake, played by Dave Johns, embodies the struggle against a system that complicates the pursuit of work. The screenwriter, Paul Laverty, conducted extensive research, including visiting individuals in dire situations. A pivotal scene involving a food bank reflects real experiences, aiming to evoke emotional responses and question the acceptability of food banks in society.
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