At first glance, it would seem that the 1950’s of the upcoming SAM MENDES drama, REVOLUTIONARY ROAD, is as much of a character as the films stars, LEONARDO DiCAPRIO and KATE WINSLET.

Last week, we spoke with MENDES who told us that even though there is a DOUGLAS SIRK/ROSS HUNTER feel to the film, the period wasn’t his focus while shooting. Listen in below: