REAL ONES with Jon Bernthal David Ayer & Jon Bernthal: Unfiltered Truths of Hollywood & Life
Aug 29, 2023
Jon Bernthal interviews David Ayer, a renowned filmmaker, discussing their admiration for each other, the impact of a strict football coach and a transformative director. They explore surviving and creating art, finding identity and letting go, navigating challenging environments, military background, and idealistic mindset. They also discuss authenticity, the challenges and dark side of Hollywood, the hunger for authentic art, the impact of divorce on parenting, and their approach to parenting.
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Fury: Brutal but Beloved Experience
- Jon Bernthal describes the intense experience on the set of Fury under David Ayer's tough direction.
- Despite brutality, it was the most loved and defining artistic experience for him.
Authenticity vs Hollywood Comfort
- David Ayer highlights that authentic filmmaking requires deep commitment and time, which is disappearing.
- Hollywood now focuses on comfort and committee-controlled creativity, limiting true artistic risk.
Tough Childhood Shaped Survival
- David Ayer shares his difficult childhood with an absent father and abusive homes.
- These experiences shaped his survival skills and understanding of human behavior.