John Candy's Children Support New Documentary but Remain Skeptical About a Biopic
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Summary
Chris Candy and Jennifer Candy-Sullivan, children of the late comedian John Candy, discuss the Prime Video documentary 'John Candy: I Like Me' directed by Colin Hanks and produced by Ryan Reynolds. While fully supporting the documentary, they express reluctance about a scripted biopic, noting that while pitches have been made, Jennifer personally finds biopics unappealing. Chris jokingly suggests Ryan Reynolds should star and Colin Hanks should direct if one were made. The conversation touches on missed opportunities and unexplored paths in their father's career.
Key quotes
· 2 pulledAs long as Ryan does it, Colin will direct.
It has been pitched in the past, and we're always flattered. But personally for me, biopic is not my cup of tea.
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