229: #229 Acting featuring Jon Reep
The Nateland Podcast
Deep Dive
Why did John Reep feel too respectful during his role in 'Eastbound and Down'?
John Reep felt too respectful because he respected the cast and crew of 'Eastbound and Down' a lot, which made him nervous and less confident in his improvising abilities during the scenes.
What was the significance of the camouflage tuxedos at the premiere of 'Into the Storm'?
The camouflage tuxedos were chosen by the cast and crew of 'Into the Storm' to reflect the theme of the movie, which was about tornado chasers. It was a fun and thematic choice for the premiere attire.
How did John Reep's mom help him with an audition for 'Eastbound and Down'?
John Reep's mom read the lines containing curse words for the audition of 'Eastbound and Down' because he was visiting his mom at the time and needed someone to read the lines with him.
What was the main reason John Reep emailed an apology to Allison Jones after a bad audition?
John Reep emailed an apology to Allison Jones because he felt genuinely bad about wasting her time with a poor audition and wanted to express his regret and respect for her professionalism.
How does Nate Land plan to handle cursing in his potential movies?
Nate Land plans to start with a TBS version of his movies, meaning they will be suitable for television without needing edits for language. He will work with writers to ensure the scripts align with his comfort level regarding language.
What was the memorable experience John Reep had after a particularly bad audition?
After a bad audition, John Reep's car was broken into, and his backpack, which contained his set list for a Comedy Central hour special, was stolen, adding insult to injury.
Why did John Reep feel confident about his role in 'Harold and Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay'?
John Reep felt confident about his role in 'Harold and Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay' because he viewed it as a modern-day Cheech and Chong movie and believed he could fit into that style of comedy.
What is the significance of Thespis in the history of acting?
Thespis is considered the first actor in ancient Greece who started putting himself in the stories instead of just orating them. His innovation led to the term 'thespian' being used for actors.
How does Nate Land differentiate between his podcast audience and live audience?
Nate Land's podcast audience is a smaller, more dedicated group compared to the live audience at his shows. The podcast audience is more engaged and familiar with his work, while the live audience may be broader and less familiar.
What was the unique challenge John Reep faced during his audition for 'Punk'd'?
John Reep faced the challenge of having to brainstorm and come up with a prank scenario on the spot with Ashton Kutcher during his audition for 'Punk'd', which required quick thinking and improvisation.
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