The Town with Matthew Belloni ‘Anora’ Actress Mikey Madison. Plus, ‘Wicked’ Vs. ‘Gladiator II’!
Nov 22, 2024
Actress Mikey Madison, known for her work in 'Better Things' and 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood', dives into her journey with the striking film 'Anora' directed by Sean Baker. She reflects on the significance of mentorship and shares the thrill of embodying challenging roles. Madison also discusses her experiences with intense scenes and the emotional connections to props. The conversation shifts to a lively box office prediction segment, comparing the anticipated performance of 'Wicked: Part One' against 'Gladiator II'—a clash of genres and fan expectations.
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Tarantino's Young Actors
- Mikey Madison, Austin Butler, and Sydney Sweeney starred in Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.
- Many actors featured in that film have since become very successful.
Mentorship
- Madison has an acting coach, Farid Ward, who has mentored her throughout her career.
- She's open to having a female mentor in the future.
Keepsakes
- Madison kept her prosthetic teeth from Once Upon a Time in Hollywood as a memento.
- She also saved costumes from Anora and Better Things.