Annie Mumolo
Summary
Annie Mumolo discusses her career trajectory, from early voiceover work to co-writing *Bridesmaids* with Kristen Wiig. She reflects on the challenges of getting female-led comedies greenlit and the shifting landscape of the industry due to streaming. Mumolo also shares anecdotes about filming *Barb & Star Go to Vista Del Mar* with Jamie Dornan and offers insights into her personal background and family influences.
Topics discussed
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Introduction of guest Annie Mumolo
Feeling cranky and the 'pop-up' lifestyle
Breaking into comedy via word of mouth
Voiceover work and the Reach Toothbrush ad
Partnership with Kristen Wiig and SNL scouts
Pitching the Bridesmaids idea to a producer
The 5-year development of Bridesmaids
Audience for female-driven comedies
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Growing up with male-oriented comedies
Female stand-up and the 'filthy' stereotype
Relatability in comedy and the food poisoning scene
Female comics vs. male 'bro' comics
Annie's funny aunt and family influence
Gender dynamics in improv and film industry
Streaming release and lack of data for sequels
Changes in TV compensation and residuals
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The disappearance of the middle class in TV
Working with Jamie Dornan on Fifty Shades
Family background and anxiety
Movies as escapism from anxiety
Early comedy and studying history
Finding the Groundlings after a friend's death
Film school and the shift to improv
Improv as a tool for managing fear
Balancing acting and writing careers
Career identity crisis post-Bridesmaids
The joy and uncertainty of acting
Improvisation and trust in performance
Promoting the movie Rooster
Closing remarks and show credits
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