Larry King Now Season 6 Episode 35 John Michael Higgins on 'Pitch Perfect,' Christopher Guest, & Tina Fey
- TV-14
- October 11, 2017
- 24 min
Larry King Now season 6 episode 35 features an interview with John Michael Higgins, an accomplished actor and comedian. The conversation delves into his experience on the set of the hit movie Pitch Perfect, as well as his collaborations with acclaimed director Christopher Guest and comedy legend Tina Fey.
Higgins, who plays the acapella commentator in Pitch Perfect, reveals how the movie's success took him by surprise. The film's popularity has led to two sequels and a devoted fan base, and Higgins shares some more insight into what makes the franchise so appealing. He also talks about the difficult task of learning all of the technical acapella terms for his role, and how he incorporated them into his comedic performance.
The discussion then turns to Higgins' work on Christopher Guest's mockumentary films, which includes Best in Show and A Mighty Wind. Higgins praises Guest's unique and collaborative approach to filmmaking, which involves improvisation and a strong ensemble cast. He also shares some hilarious anecdotes from his time working on these movies, and how the cast members would often entertain each other during downtime.
Finally, Higgins talks about his work with Tina Fey, whom he first worked with on the hit TV show 30 Rock. He recalls how impressed he was with Fey's writing, and how she was able to balance working on the show with her busy schedule as a new mother. He also discusses his role on Fey's show Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, and how he enjoys being part of a talented ensemble cast.
Throughout the interview, Higgins' humor and personality shine through, making for an entertaining and insightful conversation. Fans of Pitch Perfect, Christopher Guest, and Tina Fey won't want to miss this episode of Larry King Now.