• Film And TV
  • 27 Dec 23

My 2023: Orén Kinlan – "Liverpool beating United 7-0. That was one of my highlights of 2023!"

My 2023: Orén Kinlan – "Liverpool beating United 7-0. That was one of my highlights of 2023!"
Eve Hewson and Orén Kinlan in Flora and Son
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Orén Kinlan looks back on 2023...

Orén Kinlan

Your Hero of 2023?
Christopher Nolan. I’ve always been a fan of his work.

Villain of 2023?
My maths teacher. They give me the most homework!

Best Personal Moment?
Seeing myself in Flora And Son and just feeling proud.

Best movie or TV show?
Good Will Hunting has to be my favourite film at the moment.

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Best record?
I’ve been listening to a lot of Tame Impala. ‘The Less I Know The Better’ in particular.

Best book?
Meditations by Marcus Aurelius.

Best thing you saw online?
Probably Liverpool beating United 7-0. That was one of my highlights of 2023!

Your hope for next year?
To do more acting, definitely!

What tickled your funny bone?
Re-watching the Hangover movies.

• Orén Kinlan stars in Flora And Son. Now streaming on Apple TV+

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