Dinner for Five Season 3 Episode 2 Guests: David Cross, Molly Shannon, Philip Baker Hall, George Hickenlooper
- June 25, 2004
Guests: David Cross, Molly Shannon, Philip Baker Hall, George Hickenlooper
In this episode of Dinner For Five, host Jon Favreau is joined by four unique individuals from the entertainment industry. Comedian David Cross, actress Molly Shannon, actor Philip Baker Hall, and director George Hickenlooper all come together to share a meal and have a conversation about their experiences in the industry.
As the dinner progresses, David Cross talks about what it was like working on the sketch comedy show Mr. Show with Bob and David, while Molly Shannon shares her thoughts on what makes a good comedian. Philip Baker Hall discusses his work on films such as Boogie Nights and the challenges of character acting, and George Hickenlooper shares his experiences directing documentaries and feature films.
Throughout the episode, the conversation takes on a diverse range of topics, including the state of Hollywood, the art of comedic improvisation and what it takes to be a successful actor in the industry. The guests also discuss the importance of collaboration and the role of a director in shaping a film or television show.
As the meal draws to a close, the guests reflect on the interesting and insightful conversation they have had, and express gratitude for the opportunity to share their perspectives with one another. Overall, Dinner For Five season 3 episode 2 is a thought-provoking and entertaining discussion about the entertainment industry and what it takes to succeed in it.