On our series 9 opener, we're pleased as punch to discuss the 1996 romantic comedy, "The Truth About Cats and Dogs" with the film's director, Michael Lehmann. You might also know him having directed a pretty cool movie called, "Heathers". Cats & Dogs is the screenplay debut for Audrey Wells (The Hate U Give, Under the Tuscan Sun) and stars Janeane Garofalo, and Uma Thurman.
We had the most delightful and insightful conversation with Mr. Lehmann on what is dated about the film, as well as the myriad ways it was transgressive in the 90s rom com genre. He talks of fighting alongside Wells to preserve the original intent of the script, even going head-to-head with the MPAA on some of the film's more empowering elements. Plus, some fun stories about actors who almost played Brian, and why male actors can be so difficult to work with.
You don't wanna miss his answer to our Lunchtime Poll: What is a little white lie you told that spun out of control?
Paid in Puke S4E8: Okja
Paid in Puke S4E7: Girlfight
Paid in Puke S4E6: Girls Trip
Paid in Puke S4E5: The Farewell
Paid in Puke S4E4: Us
Paid in Puke S4E3: Sweetheart
Paid in Puke S4E2: Antebellum
Paid in Puke S4E1: Jezebel
Paid in Puke S3E10: Izzy Gets the F Across Town
Paid in Puke S3E9: Lynn Shelton Special
Paid in Puke S3E8: Reality Bites
Paid in Puke S3E7: Eighth Grade
Paid in Puke S3E6 - The House of Yes
Paid in Puke S3E5: What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?
Paid in Puke S3E4: Ladies and Gentlemen, the Fabulous Stains
Paid in Puke S3E3: Tully
Paid in Puke S3E2: Superstar
Paid in Puke S3E1: Terms of Endearment
Paid in Puke S2E10: Ghost World
Paid in Puke S2E9: Josie and the Pussycats
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