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Josh sits down with Brian Wight, musician, songwriter, producer, and musical aficionado to catch up on life and dive deep into the world of musicals, focusing on La La Land and Les Misérables.
They use the Jimmy V 1993 ESPY Speech rubric—held in thought, laughed, and moved to tears—to argue that the movies are a full watch while interweaving the movie's narratives with their life narratives.
Brian shares his insights on the profound emotional expression in musicals, comparing elements of La La Land and Les Misérables. They explore the role of music in storytelling and the unique charm of integrating cinematic and musical elements.
The discussion covers character analysis, the importance of casting in La La Land, and Brian's musical journey, including his upcoming musical project.
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00:00 Catching Up After 20 Years
01:35 Reflecting on Personal Growth
05:03 The Importance of Authenticity
07:35 Musical Memories and Shared Experiences
11:36 Introduction to Brian White
13:37 The Magic of Musicals
15:50 Why Musicals Matter
23:57 The Intersection of Music and Film
43:38 The Illusion of Realism in Movies
44:22 Diving into La La Land
45:26 Expectations in Musical Films
47:02 The Polarizing Nature of Musicals
48:53 The Emotional Impact of Musical Numbers
57:40 Les Misérables
01:16:42 Impact of La La Land
01:40:19 Final Thoughts and Plugs
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