Eternal Sense of Play with Jane Schoenbrun & Brigette Lundy-Paine
May 23, 2024
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Film director Jane Schoenbrun and actress Brigette Lundy-Paine discuss career-ending movie ideas, sneaking around parents' houses, and the value of play in their creative endeavors. They also share humorous stories, reminisce about trips to Coney Island, and reflect on their experiences in the entertainment industry.
Embracing risk-taking in artistic endeavors and prioritizing play for creative growth.
Reflecting on childhood memories and transitioning into adulthood while navigating the film industry.
Deep dives
Creative Conversations and Movie Pitches
The episode delves into a playful and creative conversation between writer-director Jane Schoenbrunn and star Bridgette Lundy-Paine. They engage in unique movie pitches, such as a basketball team comprising frogs and a stoner comedy concept. Their banter transitions from childhood memories to discussing potential movie ideas like an active shooter drill comedy.
Reflecting on Life and Artistic Journey
The discussion shifts to introspective reflections on life and artistic pursuits. Bridgette shares personal experiences, including living with parents and early adulthood memories. They exchange thoughts on living arrangements, creative endeavors, and the transition to adulthood, engaging in a playful and intimate exchange.
Making Movies and Personal Growth
Jane and Bridgette discuss the process of making movies and the personal growth it entails. They touch on the challenges and rewards of artistic endeavors, emphasizing the importance of creative collaborations and trusting one's artistic impulses. The conversation reveals insights into navigating the film industry and finding fulfillment through creative expression.
Prioritizing Play and Risk-Taking
The podcast addresses the significance of prioritizing play and embracing risk-taking in artistic endeavors. Bridgette and Jane share their experiences in cultivating creativity and pushing boundaries in their work. They encourage embracing embarrassment, trusting collaborators, and fostering a culture of experimentation and artistic exploration.
Topics covered include: The script as a spell to perform, sneaking around your parents house, career ending movie ideas, the inaugural podcast compliment break, work and savoring as the only true constants, riding the Spook-A-Rama under the influence at Coney Island, the G word, so many boring people, finding equilibrium after a film, Jane’s favorite now defunct Epcot ride that featured Bill Nye and Ellen Degeneres, listening to Elliott Smith on set of I Saw the TV Glow, being a Weird Little Creature, Brig’s advice on how to always prioritize play, becoming a punk singer, and taking time to heal.
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