About this episodeBilly Crystal and Tiffany Haddish discuss their new film 'Here Today', which addresses dementia through the st…AI summary
Billy Crystal and Tiffany Haddish discuss their new film 'Here Today', which addresses dementia through the story of a comedian losing his memory. The conversation highlights the personal inspirations behind the characters, the challenges of portraying sensitive topics, and the deep professional and personal bond between the two actors.
Key takeaways 4
The character Charlie in 'Here Today' was inspired by Billy Crystal's aunt, a novelist and editor who lost her words to dementia, providing an authentic emotional core to the film.
Tiffany Haddish learned to overcome her fear of vulnerability on set from Billy Crystal, who encouraged her to cry and be emotionally open during filming, contrasting with her previous 40 years of professional restraint.
Billy Crystal reflects on his groundbreaking role as Jody in 'Soap', noting the responsibility he felt to portray a gay character with integrity and the support he received from castmates like Bob Guillaume.
The film serves as a healing tool for families dealing with dementia, as evidenced by a caller who shared her traumatic experience with her grandmother's condition and found comfort in the movie's themes.
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“I'm losing my words. I'm losing my words.”
▶ 18:02Billy Crystal recounts the exact words his aunt said to him when she realized she was losing her memory to dementia, which inspired the film's central conflict.
“Billy taught me how to let go more and not be afraid... I've been working you know 40 years on not crying in front of people... Billy's like do it right now in front of everybody.”
▶ 10:55Tiffany Haddish explains how Billy Crystal helped her overcome her professional hesitation to show vulnerability and cry on camera.
“We're both playing minorities and so we have a real responsibility to just you know keep fighting for what is.”
▶ 6:46Billy Crystal shares advice from Bob Guillaume regarding their roles as minorities on 'Soap' and 'Benson', emphasizing the duty to portray characters with integrity.
“It's a healing that'll happen. It's a healing there you go.”
▶ 24:01Billy Crystal tells a caller who shared her painful experience with her grandmother's dementia that the movie can serve as a catalyst for family healing.
Chapters & Sections (54)▼
0:08Auction Winner's Unexpected Conversation with a Fanchapter2
0:08Auction Winner Flattering but Confused Conversation
0:39Interview with Tiffany Haddish and Guest
1:38Billy Crystal and Tiffany Haddish Discuss New Filmchapter2
1:38Interview with DJ Wonder and OQ
1:59Billy Crystal and Tiffany Haddish Interview
3:07Coming Out on Mainstream TV Showchapter3
3:07Coming Out Portrayal on Mainstream TV
3:46Discussing Recurring Character Portrayal on TV
4:09Meeting Susan Harris and Early Show Success
4:47Jody's Custody Battle and TV Show Experiencechapter3
4:47Jody's Custody Battle for the Child
5:19Actor Shares Experience on Set of TV Show
6:01Friendship and Dedication to Acting Role
6:33Tiffany Haddish and Billy Crystal's Friendshipchapter1
6:33Celebrity Friendship and Shared Life Experiences
8:00Billy Crystal and Tiffany Haddish Interviewchapter2
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