SmartLess “Sean Penn”
Aug 30, 2021
Sean Penn, a two-time Academy Award winner and renowned humanitarian, engages in a lively discussion on his latest film, 'Flag Day,' and his journey through the film industry. He shares insights on the evolution of familial respect in creative work and the blend of art and activism. The conversation touches on the challenges of maintaining authenticity amid cancel culture and the emotional complexities of striving for societal change. Additionally, they humorously navigate personal interests like surfing, aging, and the impact of media on creativity.
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Sun Exhaustion on Set
- Sean Penn's primary memory of working on Little House on the Prairie involves sun exhaustion.
- He collapsed after staying in the Simi Valley sun during lunch break because he felt it improper to eat food not from that time period.
Impressed by Flag Day
- Will Arnett watched the trailer for Flag Day and was impressed with Sean Penn's performance and the script.
- He was surprised to then have Penn as a guest on the podcast shortly after.
Dylan Penn's Journey to Acting
- Dylan Penn initially viewed acting as silly, not respecting the profession her parents, Sean Penn and Robin Wright, were in.
- She later developed an appreciation for it and starred in Flag Day, directed by her father.
