DeepSummary
In this podcast episode, Josh Horowitz interviews director David Leitch and producer Kelly McCormick about their latest film, 'The Fall Guy.' They discuss the challenges of bringing the movie to life, including finding the right tone that blends action, comedy, and romance. Leitch shares how his background as a stuntman and second unit director influenced his approach to the film, and how he aimed to celebrate the artistry of stunt performers.
McCormick and Leitch reflect on their journey as filmmakers, from the initial struggles of getting 'John Wick' off the ground to the success of franchises like 'Deadpool' and 'Atomic Blonde.' They also touch on the collaborative process with actors like Ryan Gosling and the importance of allowing performers to shape their characters.
The conversation covers a range of topics, including the cinematic experiences that inspired Leitch and McCormick, the privilege of choosing projects, and the potential for future collaborations, including with Marvel or DC. Throughout, they express their passion for making audience-friendly movies that leave a lasting impression.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- David Leitch and Kelly McCormick's journey from the struggles of getting 'John Wick' made to their current success as in-demand filmmakers.
- The importance of finding the right tone and balance between action, comedy, and character development in their films.
- Their collaborative approach to filmmaking, allowing actors to shape their characters and contribute to the creative process.
- The challenges and complexities of working with existing intellectual property, such as securing rights and honoring the source material.
- Their passion for celebrating the artistry of stunt performers and practical effects.
- The privilege of choosing projects and finding the right creative fit.
- Their openness to potential future collaborations, including with major studios and franchises like Marvel or DC.
- The lasting impact they hope to have on audiences, creating movies that leave a memorable impression.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “Josh Horowitz: If John Wick hadn't worked, would you have felt like, oh, I never got to do.“ by Josh Horowitz
- “Kelly McCormick: Yeah, actually there was a big debate because it's a splits rights situation, which you never want when you're making a franchise.“ by Kelly McCormick
- “Kelly McCormick: For me, the story behind the story of John Wick one, really. And atomic blonde were that these actors went through the gauntlet. They did everything on their own as much as they wanted, and they, you know, and they are tough cookies.“ by Kelly McCormick
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Happy Sad Confused
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5/2/24
The filmmaking team of director David Leitch and producer Kelly McCormick are responsible for some of the biggest action movies of the last decade, from JOHN WICK to ATOMIC BLONDE to DEADPOOL 2 and now THE FALL GUY. David and Kelly also happen to be married. They join Josh to talk about their journey through filmmaking and why THE FALL GUY is such a passion project for them both.
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