

Episode 1489 - Taika Waititi
Nov 20, 2023
Taika Waititi, filmmaker and actor, discusses the core of grief in all of his films and shows, including Thor movies, JoJo Rabbit, and What We Do in the Shadows. They also talk about the importance of balancing comedy and emotional depth in movies and explore the childlike portrayal of Nazis in Jojo Rabbit.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Reflections and Comedy Shows in Denver
02:05 • 6min
Unique Laughter in the Audience
08:08 • 8min
TV Show Portrayal and Frustration
15:40 • 12min
Balancing Comedy and Emotional Depth in Movies
27:26 • 17min
Building a Tomb
44:30 • 17min
Exploring the Childishness of Nazis in Jojo Rabbit
01:01:32 • 5min
Affirming the ability to do something
01:06:55 • 2min
Importance of Kids' Esteem over Winning
01:08:36 • 12min
Exploring the Spectrum of Love and Programmable Concepts
01:20:28 • 2min
Hip-hop, E-bikes, Jazz, and Comedy Prodigy
01:22:07 • 6min