Allison Tolman

Allison Tolman's first major television role made waves in the industry, even scoring her a Critics Choice Award for her portrayal of Molly in FX's acclaimed debut season of Fargo. She has worked in Network TV on shows like Brooklyn 99 and Good Girls, Streaming TV, starring in Marc Cherry's Why Women Kill, and Premium Cable Fare, recently guest starring in Starz' Gaslit across Julia Roberts.Alison, a writer herself, is joining us today to discuss what she looks for when vetting material, how she collaborates with writers during productions, and to share wisdom on her experience in the industry, both on and off set.ROOM TONE INSTAGRAM: @weareroomtoneSIGN UP FOR PATREON: www.patreon.com/thescreenwritinglife Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Colin Hanks, an actor with notable roles in Fargo and the son of Tom Hanks, teams up with Allison Tolman, renowned for her performance in Fargo. They discuss balancing family life with their acting careers and share amusing tales from set challenges, particularly involving animal co-stars. Allison opens up about her experiences with fame and mental health, while Colin reveals casting surprises related to Fargo. Their heartfelt reflections on childhood and family dynamics reveal personal stories that resonate with both humor and depth.