Ric Roman Waugh Talks About His Lates Movie Shelter

Join NEWS x MUSE Michael Sandoval for an interview with acclaimed director Ric Roman Waugh (Greenland, Angel Has Fallen) as he discusses his latest action-packed film, Shelter, starring Jason Statham. In this deep dive, Waugh reveals what drew him to the script, the incredible chemistry between Jason Statham and young breakout star Bodhi Ray Branick, and why this movie is a "must-watch" action ride with a huge heart. In this interview, we discuss: [00:11] - What attracted Ric Roman Waugh to the Shelter script as both a producer and director. [00:39] - Working with Jason Statham and his personal connection to the story. [01:42] - The importance of chemistry on set and why Statham and Branick’s bond is "magic." [02:47] - The emotional "chef's kiss" final shot of the film. [03:08] - Balancing gritty action with authentic human emotion and "escapism." [04:26] - The success of Greenland: Migration (Greenland 2) and Waugh's busy 2026. [05:49] - Why action movies like Shelter resonate so deeply with global audiences. About Shelter: Shelter follows a rugged protagonist (Jason Statham) who finds himself in a high-stakes battle to protect a child. Director Ric Roman Waugh compares the film's sensibilities to classics like Man on Fire, The Professional, and Shane. Watch Shelter in theaters visit Milagro Cinema at https://milagrocinemas.com/movies/1000005744-shelter/ Host: Michael Sandoval