Phil Wang (comedy / Wang In There Baby! / Taskmaster) • Films To Be Buried With with Brett Goldstein #317
Sep 18, 2024
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Phil Wang, a hilarious comic and actor celebrated for his Netflix special, joins for a captivating conversation. He shares fascinating behind-the-scenes insights from his role in the latest 'Wonka' film. Their chat dives into the intricacies of comedy and the emotional rides of live performances post-COVID. Phil also humorously dissects his aversion to horror films, reflecting on unsettling childhood experiences. The duo explores nostalgic cinematic connections, connecting childhood dreams of Batman to engineering and creativity.
Phil Wang shared insights into his comedic journey, emphasizing the authenticity and evolution captured in his latest special 'Wang In There, Baby'.
The podcast delved into Phil's experiences on the 'Wonka' film set, including humorous challenges, like a tap-dancing mishap, showcasing the pressures of performance.
Themes of familial relationships and identity in films like 'Everything Everywhere All at Once' resonated with audiences, highlighting personal and cultural connections.
Deep dives
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Exploring Treatment Options for Depression
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The Refreshing Qualities of Fiji Water
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Insights from Phil Wang’s Comedy Journey
Phil Wang discussed his experiences in comedy and the evolution of his performances, notably highlighting his second stand-up special, 'Wangin' There, Baby.' This special showcases a more authentic version of his comedic self, as he feels it captures his true essence better than his prior works filmed during the COVID pandemic. Wang humorously shared insights about the tap-dancing mishap during filming for 'Wonka,' revealing the challenges of performing under pressure, especially when the environment transforms unexpectedly. His perspective on stand-up comedy emphasizes the necessity of experimentation and honing new material regularly.
The Unique Cinematic Palette of 'Everything Everywhere All at Once'
The film 'Everything Everywhere All at Once' resonates deeply with audiences due to its depiction of diverse and complex themes, and its exploration of identity through various timelines. It magnificently combines science fiction with personal narratives, leading to emotional revelations and a nuanced representation of familial relationships. The film's exploration of alternate realities and the impact of choices profoundly mirrors the struggles individuals face in real life. The presence of a Malaysian lead, Michelle Yeoh, also adds a personal connection for viewers from similar backgrounds, enhancing the film's relatability.
Join your host Brett Goldstein as he talks life, death, love and the universe with the very hilarious and truly engaging comic and actor PHIL WANG!
An absolute delight of a chatty catchup here with Brett and Phil, which - at time of publishing - comes in very hot on the heels of Phil's Netflix special 'Wang In There, Baby'. Phil is a super friendly and warm presence and it's really nice to hear the cinematic behind the scenes of his life, including his time on the latest Wonka movie, revengey vs forgivey, Batman theories, horror hate, big scary Malaysian houses, the many shades of the Cockney geezer accent guvnor, being an engineer, nepo superstars and kung fu parents (there's your Netflix cartoon right there). Awesome from start to end. You shall enjoy. Peep the special too eh!
(quick note - if you haven't seen All Of Us Strangers and intend to, careful when it comes up - potential spoilers lie within - you're looking at around the 29:30 mark for around 90 seconds)
