SmartLess "RE-RELEASE: Tina Fey"
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May 15, 2025 Tina Fey, the award-winning writer and comedian behind classics like Mean Girls and 30 Rock, shares her creative journey with humor and candor. She discusses the emotional rollercoaster of writing and performing, and the importance of mental health in creativity. With witty insights into her time on SNL and the evolution of comedy, Tina reflects on parenting in the entertainment world and amusing anecdotes from auditions during the pandemic. Their conversation captures the charm of storytelling and the pressures of balancing personal and professional life.
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Comedy Talent Discovery Shifted
- Tina notes that in her time, talent scouting focused on comedy theaters like Second City and Groundlings.
- Today, the internet and social media have democratized discovery of comedic talent.
Writing Is Harder Than Acting
- Tina Fey believes writing and directing demand much more effort than acting.
- She claims acting is mostly about having an interesting face and minimal talent beyond that.
TV Outpaces Film for Comedy
- Tina prefers working in TV because the pace is dynamic and comedic opportunities are abundant.
- She finds movie production too slow and riskier compared to the immediacy of television.