Life is Short with Justin Long Life Is Short Re-Run: Max Greenfield 🙌🙏
Jul 23, 2024
Max Greenfield, renowned for his role as Schmidt on New Girl, shares hilarious parenting stories and reminisces about his SNL-themed Bar Mitzvah. He and Justin dive into their fond memories from New Girl, cracking jokes about behind-the-scenes moments. They also explore the emotional complexities of supporting children through school presentations and reflect on their comedic journeys, the balance of scripted humor, and the unpredictable nature of fame. Their playful banter is sprinkled with nostalgia and laughter, making for a delightful conversation.
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Max's Daughter's Biography Presentation
- Max Greenfield helped his daughter prepare a detailed biography presentation on Frida Kahlo for school.
- He invested weeks of work and witnessed her excel, showing pride and emotional support.
Balancing Script and Improv
- Max Greenfield embraces improvisation but respects original writing to keep scenes fresh.
- Writing can feel stale at rehearsals, so improvisation renews energy without losing authenticity.
Comedy Thrives in Risky Play
- Work sets with comedic friends create an environment thriving on laughter and risk-taking.
- Max values collaborators who encourage jumping in and embracing failures for authentic comedy.