interview | michaela mcmanus

With a career spanning nearly two decades, Michaela McManus is stepping into a defining new chapter. In the multiverse-driven thriller ‘Redux Redux’, she delivers a gripping, emotionally charged performance as a mother propelled by grief and vengeance. The film, which premiered to strong acclaim at the SXSW Film Festival 2025, marks a bold evolution in her work, showcasing both physical intensity and nuanced restraint. At the same time, McManus is making waves on the small screen in ‘Memory of a Killer’ alongside Patrick Dempsey, further highlighting her range and presence across genres. Schön! caught up with McManus to talk about stepping into complex, female-driven storytelling, balancing action with emotion, and why this moment feels like just the beginning. ‘Redux Redux’ explores grief through a multiverse lens. What drew you to this story, and how did you emotionally prepare for such an intense role? What really drew me to ‘Redux Redux’ is that although this genre is typically male dominated, the story is very female driven. I hadn’t seen a story told like this told through a female lens and I was excited to be part of that. When it came to preparing for the role, I could draw from my... Read more » The post interview | michaela mcmanus appeared first on Schön! Magazine.