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Episode 1500 - Paul Giamatti

WTF with Marc Maron Podcast

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Convenience in Movies and the Evolving Meaning of 'Character Actor'

The speakers discuss the convenience of plot elements in movies, focusing on 'Cinderella Man', and explore how the term 'character actor' has evolved. They share their experiences working with actors like Russell Crowe and Jim Carrey, and express admiration for actors they weren't able to work with. The chapter also touches on the potential confusion of taking on certain roles after playing well-known characters, being typecast, and their experiences in radio.

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