Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard Colin Hanks & Allison Tolman
Aug 20, 2018
Colin Hanks, an actor with notable roles in Fargo and the son of Tom Hanks, teams up with Allison Tolman, renowned for her performance in Fargo. They discuss balancing family life with their acting careers and share amusing tales from set challenges, particularly involving animal co-stars. Allison opens up about her experiences with fame and mental health, while Colin reveals casting surprises related to Fargo. Their heartfelt reflections on childhood and family dynamics reveal personal stories that resonate with both humor and depth.
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Colin's Casting Choice and Love Story
- Colin Hanks nearly got cast in Zathura but chose King Kong for a 10-month shoot in New Zealand instead.
- He reconnected with Sam, his future wife, after returning from New Zealand and they started dating.
Parenthood Reframes Success
- Parenthood profoundly shifts priorities from career success to being present for your children.
- This shift reduces the ego's voice and reorients identity around family and caring.
Fargo Audition and Filming Challenge
- Colin Hanks auditioned for Fargo unsure if people would accept a TV adaptation of the Coen Brothers' film.
- Shooting a pivotal one-scene scene separately from Billy Bob Thornton tested his acting and patience.
