Stavvy's World #163 - Josh Safdie
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Jan 12, 2026 
Filmmaker Josh Safdie dives into his new movie, *Marty Supreme*, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and casting gems. He reflects on his directing process and memorable antics, like prank culture on set and a dry run with Kevin O'Leary. The conversation also touches on family dynamics regarding health and fitness goals. Josh and Stavros tackle intriguing caller dilemmas, including navigating a partner's mental health and confronting harassment. A fun mix of film insights and personal anecdotes keeps the chat lively!
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Premiere Popcorn And Childhood Candy
- Josh Safdie recounts grabbing a limited-edition popcorn bucket at the Marty Supreme premiere and sharing it with friends.
- He describes childhood candy-hoarding with his brother and how quickly the popcorn disappeared.
Paying Extras To Get Authentic Reactions
- Josh recalls casting extras on set and handing out unexpected $1,200 paydays to motivate them.
- He says production wasn't thrilled but loved seeing people suddenly make money and perform.
Liquid Ass Prank At The Agency
- Josh and Stav tell a prank story about spraying 'liquid ass' in a model agency hallway to watch reactions.
- They describe double-bagging the spray and filming people enter the stinky corridor for laughs.
