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Discovering Rosario Dawson, Winning Over Burt Reynolds, and Embarrassing Yourself in Front of Spike Lee with Van Hayden
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What actually goes into running a movie set? In this episode, we sit down with a legendary first assistant director whose resume reads like a film studies syllabus. From humble beginnings in Minnesota to working with huge directors on big sets, this conversation spans unforgettable set stories, navigating chaos with diplomacy, and the real unsung roles that bring movies to life.
He shares how a random sidewalk encounter led to casting Rosario Dawson, what it was like being fired mid-show (and why it wasn't his fault), and why ADs are the most pointed-at crew members in the biz. If you've ever wondered what "making your days" means, this one's for you.
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