Kristen Stewart, the star of the new film “Love Lies Bleeding,” recently appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to discuss her career, personal life, and upcoming projects. The conversation offered a glimpse into Stewart’s thoughts on working with her fiancée, Dylan Meyer, the unique perspectives they bring to filmmaking, and her long-standing admiration for Jodie Foster.

Working with Her Fiancée

Colbert kicked off the interview by asking Stewart about working with her fiancée, Dylan Meyer. The couple, who run a production company together, have found a harmonious balance between their professional and personal lives. Stewart recommended working with a partner if one’s job is deeply personal. She expressed that sharing her work with Meyer enhances both their relationship and their creative output. “If I couldn’t share with her and make with her and collaborate with her, I would do it with other people, and we wouldn’t be as close,” Stewart explained. She highlighted Meyer’s intelligence and creativity, saying, “She is so much better and smarter and cooler and hotter than me.”

A Vision for Inclusive Filmmaking

Stewart delved into the types of movies they aim to produce, expressing a desire to explore new perspectives in storytelling. She emphasized the importance of moving beyond overtly feminist narratives that marginalize women to instead tell stories from diverse, adjacent viewpoints. “Let’s tell the same stories but from a skewed spot,” she suggested, advocating for fresh takes on well-worn themes.

Directorial Aspirations

Colbert inquired about Stewart’s directorial ambitions, prompting her to reveal details about a long-gestating project. Stewart has been developing a film for six or seven years, a passion project that she describes as having “fought tooth and nail to have its own life.” She shared her excitement about the film’s progress, including casting and location scouting in Latvia. Despite the lengthy development process, Stewart remains optimistic about the project, believing that “good ones take a long time.”

Reflecting on Jodie Foster

The conversation shifted to Stewart’s past, particularly her experience working with Jodie Foster on the 2002 film “Panic Room.” Stewart, who was ten years old at the time, reminisced about Foster’s kindness and mentorship. Foster even threw Stewart an unforgettable eleventh birthday party on set. Stewart recounted Foster’s advice to explore various life options, emphasizing the importance of being a well-rounded individual. “She was like, you should do anything but that,” Stewart recalled, appreciating Foster’s protective and supportive nature.

A Heartfelt Conclusion

The interview concluded with Stewart expressing her deep admiration for Foster, whom she still holds in high regard despite not keeping in constant contact. She described feeling emotionally overwhelmed seeing Foster at the Oscars, illustrating the lasting impact Foster has had on her life. Stewart’s reflections on her career, her partnership with Meyer, and her inspirations provided a heartfelt and insightful conversation that resonated with the audience.

“Love Lies Bleeding”

As Colbert wrapped up the segment, he reminded viewers that Stewart’s latest film, “Love Lies Bleeding,” is now in theaters. The film adds another impressive entry to Stewart’s diverse and evolving body of work, further solidifying her status as one of Hollywood’s most intriguing and talented actors.