Films To Be Buried With with Brett Goldstein Phil Wang (comedy / Wang In There Baby! / Taskmaster) • Films To Be Buried With with Brett Goldstein #317
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Sep 18, 2024 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.
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Second Special
- Phil Wang's second Netflix special, "Wangin there, baby!," was filmed at the Sam Wannamaker Playhouse.
- The first special was filmed during COVID, impacting its content and atmosphere.
COVID-Era Special
- Brett Goldstein found Phil Wang's first special very COVID-centric, wondering how much time he'd spent outside.
- Wang confirmed it was one of his first times back in public, and the half-capacity, masked audience felt dreamlike.
Filming the Special
- Phil Wang's special was filmed twice in one night, with a short break between shows.
- The second show had issues due to dry air from the candles, affecting Wang's voice, making the first show superior.