Video interview: Michael Arndt
I posted this video interview with screenwriter Michael Arndt (Little Miss Sunshine) back in April. But after excerpting his comments in Monday’s Hollywood Tales and yesterday’s Screenwriting 101, I wanted to make sure everyone has a chance to see Arndt in a live setting. He is articulate, thoughtful, self-deprecating, and inspiring. Enjoy!
This is a most excellent find: A 1-hour talk / Q&A with screenwriter Michael Arndt, whose credits are Little Miss Sunshine (2006) and the upcoming Toy Story 3. There are many reasons why all of us should be interested in hearing what Arndt has to say, not the least of which is that he wrote a spec script — Sunshine — sold it, and had it produced.
Isn’t that what each one of you wants?
Beyond everything else, this video reveals Arndt to be a really nice guy. He’s got every reason to be a blowhard and a jerk. God knows Hwood has done that to nearly everyone else. But despite his success, Arndt appears to be a decent human being. And with much wisdom and insight into the craft and business of screenwriting.
So sit back, click play, and enjoy an hour with Michael Arndt. And don’t forget to toast the venue, Cody’s Books in Berkeley, CA, which has sadly closed its doors.
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