Blank Check with Griffin & David The Last Airbender with Seaton Smith
Mar 18, 2016
Seaton Smith, a gifted comedian and actor known for his roles in Mulaney and Late Night with Seth Meyers, joins the discussion on the infamous film adaptation of The Last Airbender. They dive into the film's casting missteps and narrative failures while contrasting it with the beloved animated series. Seaton shares humorous anecdotes from his career, including moments with Chris Rock and Woody Allen. The conversation touches on industry challenges, artistic integrity, and the hilarious perils of hair loss, blending comedy with insightful critiques of film adaptations.
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Movies vs. TV Shows
- Seaton Smith explains the difference in storytelling philosophies between TV shows and movies.
- TV shows depict daily events, while movies tell grand stories meant for retelling.
Griffin's Audition
- Griffin Newman recounts auditioning for Sokka in The Last Airbender after dropping out of college.
- He describes the audition process and his initial impression of the script's faithfulness to the cartoon.
Sixth Sense Editor
- Seaton Smith questions the editor's role in M. Night Shyamalan's Sixth Sense.
- He speculates about a good editor contributing to the film's success, unlike The Last Airbender.