Malin Akerman Explains How to Attach Talent to a Project

Published: Nov. 17, 2020, 3:52 p.m.

Producer/star Malin Akerman has had a wide-ranging career, having worked with everyone from the Farrelly Brothers to Zack Snyder on the largest scale projects as well as smaller indies. Recently she made the leap into producing her own films. Malin talks about what she looks for in a screenplay, and how finding that \u201cthird door\u201d helps you break into the industry.\xa0She also explains the trials, challenges, and survival mode of making in Hollywood. Her new Chick Fight is out now.\nCheck out more podcast interviews with filmmakers here:\n\nYou Need to Know the Miracle of 'The Peanut Butter Falcon'\n\nNo One Gives a Sh*t About Max Barbakow and Andy Siara, Creators of 'Palm Springs'\n\n'Over The Moon' Director Glen Keane Uncovers The Secret Sauce of Story\n\n\nPlease email us any questions or comments at ask@nofilmschool.com!\n*Editorial note: we apologize for occasional background noise in Malin's audio.\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices