About this episodeDanny and Lucy DeVito discuss their new animated series 'Little Demon,' where Lucy voices the Antichrist and D…AI summary
Danny and Lucy DeVito discuss their new animated series 'Little Demon,' where Lucy voices the Antichrist and Danny plays the Devil, highlighting the project's family-centric production and celebrity guest cast. The conversation also delves into Danny's legendary career, specifically his iconic role as Louie De Palma in 'Taxi' and his portrayal of The Penguin in 'Batman Returns,' offering insights into the collaborative nature of Hollywood and the importance of genuine relationships.
Key takeaways 4
The DeVito family operates as a tight-knit creative unit; Danny's son Jake is a producer on 'Little Demon,' and the show was developed with friends from Lucy's school (Darcy Fowler, Seth Kirschner, Karen Valor).
Danny DeVito's approach to Louie De Palma was rooted in empathy for the working class, viewing the character as a champion for those 'forgotten or not looked at' in society.
Hollywood networking relies on authenticity; Danny emphasizes keeping an open vibe to attract genuine friends rather than 'phonies,' noting that many celebrity cameos (Arnold Schwarzenegger, Mel Brooks) were done as favors for friends.
Lucy DeVito followed a non-traditional path to acting, attending Brown University for theater and art history before pursuing her career, reflecting her parents' initial desire for her to have a solid education first.
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“Andy was like a trip... he walked into a room and he would change the whole vibe... it's almost like some kind of weird animal walked into the room you look at that you've never seen before.”
▶ 4:14Danny DeVito describing Andy Kaufman's unique presence on the set of 'Taxi'.
“I approached it as a guy who was there for the people who are like forgotten or not looked at or you know not noticed... he was For the Working Man.”
▶ 18:51Danny DeVito explaining his thematic interpretation of The Penguin in 'Batman Returns'.
“Art imitating life... she's the sweetest... we're really excited about it it's a real family.”
Danny DeVito contrasting his daughter Lucy's sweet personality with her role as the Antichrist in 'Little Demon'.
“If you're fronting like a big uh kind of like you know stay away from me Vibe you know that you gotta go with the the flow... I keep it open and you know and look for honesty and look for friendship.”
▶ 16:56Danny DeVito's advice on maintaining professional relationships and avoiding fake connections in Hollywood.
Chapters & Sections (39)▼
0:00Interview with Danny about Taxi and Comedychapter4
0:00Interview about new animated series Little Demon
0:58Comedy Appreciation and Timing Preferences
1:35Celebrating a Young Black Artist's Career
2:05Premiere and Working with Jack Nicholson
2:35Louie De Palma's Television Careerchapter3
2:35Television and Music in the 60s
3:28Actors Rely on Material and Each Other
3:58Tony Danza and Andy Kaufman on Set
4:32Celebrity Interview with Danny DeVitochapter3
4:32Annie's Unexpected Guest at a Social Gathering
5:07Celebrity Interview with Danny DeVito
5:39Sharing Personal Connection to a Favorite Movie
6:15Danny DeVito and Lucy Discuss Little Demonchapter2
6:15Danny DeVito and Lucy on Sway in the Morning
7:14Celebrity Family and Their Children's Careers
7:50Lucy's Family Background and Acting Careerchapter7
7:50Comedic Timing and Family Influence
8:47Conversation about Daughter's Behavior
9:22Lucy's Friends Pitch a TV Show Idea
10:00Mother Daughter Relationship and Love
10:41TV Show Discussion with Guest Arnold
11:14Mel Brooks Offers Comedic Role to the Speaker
11:48Millipede Party with Celebrities Mentioned
12:35Interview with Actor about Working with John Travoltachapter2
12:35Celebrity Interview and Movie Production Discussion
13:53Collaboration on a Dog Movie Set
14:29Hollywood Reputation and Favoritism in Collaborationschapter2
14:29Hollywood Reputation and Working Relationships
15:29Favoritism in Business Relationships
16:09Dealing with Fake People in Businesschapter4
16:09Dealing with Fake People in Business
17:04Seeking Honesty and Friendship
17:37Tim Burton's Oswald Character Development
18:38Oswald's Connection to the Working Class
19:10Danny DeVito Discusses Sympathy for the Devilchapter3
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