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SmartLess

"Taika Waititi"

Nov 27, 2023
Academy Award-winning filmmaker and actor Taika Waititi joins the hosts on this episode. They discuss Waititi's movie 'Caging Skies', blending humor with serious themes, the process of creating Thor in the Marvel comics, and unique names and their meanings. They also touch on directing and acting, as well as their love for rugby. Plus, an advertisement for 'Tiz the Grinch Holiday Talk Show'.
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  • Taika Waititi believes that incorporating humor in films can effectively convey important messages and explore heavy topics.
  • Waititi used humor to approach a serious topic and highlight the perspective of an 11-year-old boy in his film Jojo Rabbit.

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Creating Humor in Serious Films

Taika Waititi discusses his approach to incorporating humor in his films, finding a balance between lightness and darkness to reflect the comedic and tragic aspects of life. He believes that a mix of comedy and drama can effectively convey important messages and explore heavy topics.

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