Mark and Me Podcast Episode 15: Greg Sestero
Aug 4, 2017
Greg Sestero, author of The Disaster Artist and co-star of the cult classic The Room, shares fascinating insights from his unique journey in filmmaking. He discusses the unexpected rise of The Room as a cult phenomenon and the joy of its premiere's audience reactions. Greg reflects on the friendship that sparked their film-making journey with Tommy Wiseau and the complexities of adapting their book into a film. He emphasizes the themes of ambition and camaraderie that resonate throughout their works, revealing the unpredictability and excitement of the creative process.
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Meeting That Changed Everything
- Greg met Tommy in an acting class when he was discouraged and nearly gave up on acting.
- A gut instinct to partner with Tommy changed his life and led to their friendship.
Chosen At The Last Minute
- Tommy originally wrote the script while they were roommates and envisioned Greg as Mark.
- Greg was pushed into playing Mark the night before filming after Tommy warned it would be a lifelong regret to pass it up.
Films Demand On-The-Spot Adaptation
- Making a film requires constant adaptation as scenes and dailies reveal what works.
- Greg expected struggles but trusted Tommy's determination to finish despite crew turnover.
