Life is Short with Justin Long Max Greenfield 🙌🙏
Aug 27, 2019
Max Greenfield, best known as Schmidt from New Girl, shares hilarious parenting tales and reflects on his SNL-themed Bar Mitzvah. The conversation dives into memorable behind-the-scenes moments from New Girl, playful anecdotes about family life, and the challenges of juggling parenting with a career in comedy. Greenfield discusses the importance of camaraderie on set and the creative improvisation behind acting. They also touch on nostalgic childhood memories that brought joy and laughter, showcasing the lighter side of life.
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Frida Kahlo Presentation Story
- Max Greenfield shared a memorable parenting story about helping his daughter with a Frida Kahlo biography presentation.
- Despite misspelling Kahlo's name on the poster, his daughter gave a phenomenal report that moved him emotionally.
Commitment to Performance
- Max discussed his commitment to fully embracing his performances, like the dance on Ellen.
- He admires actors' willingness to go all in, showing dedication that few achieve.
Physical Comedy Challenges on New Girl
- Jake Johnson told Justin that Max would regret his physical comedic antics by later seasons due to their intensity.
- Max's physical performances on New Girl pushed his body and became a trademark of his role.
