Life is Short with Justin Long Olivia Wilde 🤤
May 21, 2019
Olivia Wilde, actress and director known for her films like Booksmart, shares her journey from coffee runner to leading lady. She reflects on the unique challenges of transitioning from acting to directing, emphasizing the importance of authenticity in storytelling. Olivia humorously advises against taking her investing tips and discusses the impact of names on identity in the entertainment industry. Their lively conversation touches on high school memories, the art of collaboration, and personal anecdotes that resonate with nostalgia and humor.
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Drinking Buddies Breakthrough
- Olivia Wilde's movie "Drinking Buddies" was a surprise success and her first time taking creative ownership.
- The improvisational nature gave her confidence in directing and storytelling.
Directing as Script Personalization
- Directors can personalize existing scripts like actors personalize roles.
- Creative ownership also involves infusing unique perspective into the blueprint of a story.
Reframing High School Narratives
- Many high school movies focus on fitting in, but "Booksmart" celebrates being unapologetically smart and different.
- The protagonists have a "gangster attitude" towards their intelligence, rejecting assimilation.
