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Debunking and Decoding the Industry with 'Superbad' and 'Confess, Fletch' Director Greg Mottola

51 min • 27 september 2022

Today’s guest is Greg Mottola, director of Superbad, Adventureland, and new film Confess,Fletch. Greg discusses how to navigate gatekeepers, his experiences working with great comedic talent, and today’s challenges within the film industry.

In this episode, we talk about…

Greg’s experience working on various television series, such as Arrested Development
Staying confident when projects do not catch up in the mainstream
How artists can survive financially and mentally in this tough industry
The streaming industry and how it has changed the financial model
Directing the films Superbad and Adventureland
The differences between the original Fletch and Confess, Fletch
Sneaking social commentary into comedy movies