Exclusive with Actor Ian Poake on The Stream Panther an in-depth conversation with actor Ian Poake as he opens up about his role in The Better Sister—the highly anticipated thriller series making waves in the streaming world. In this candid discussion, Ian takes us behind the scenes of working with Jessica Biel, the emotional weight of the character, and how the role shaped his artistic perspective.
But this episode goes beyond performance. Ian tackles the growing impact of AI in Hollywood, reflecting on digital doubles, synthetic casting, and whether actors should allow their digital selves to be cloned. We also dig into the SAG-AFTRA strike, current debates around Hollywood production tariffs, and the global shifts affecting film financing and distribution.
Whether you're an actor, filmmaker, screenwriter, or simply a fan of smart storytelling, this exclusive on The Stream Panther delivers rare insight into where the entertainment industry is headed—and how artists are evolving with it.
Time Stamps
00:00 Coming Up
02:17 Introduction
05:01 The Better Sister Casting
06:06 Red Carpets for ‘The Better Sister’
08:00 Script and Character in ‘The Better Sister’
10:02 Working with Jessica Biel in ‘The Better Sister'
12:12 AI, Sag Aftra & Streaming
14:16 AI in Films and Hollywood
17:04 Thoughts on AI Version of You (Ian Poake)
23:27 Hollywood Tariffs & Make in America
24:16 Christmas on The Windmill Way
27:03 Rapid Fire
28:00 Ian’s Dream Role
31:50 Ian's Advice
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