Jason Bateman on 'DTF St. Louis', 'Black Rabbit', Directing Tom Holland, and Advice from Katharine Hepburn
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Summary
Jason Bateman discusses his two Emmy-contending limited series: HBO Max's 'DTF St. Louis' (where he plays a weatherman in a murder mystery) and Netflix's 'Black Rabbit' (where he plays a gambler opposite Jude Law). He also shares advice from Katharine Hepburn, news about directing Tom Holland in 'The Partner', and his upcoming project 'The Cackling of the Dodos'.
Key quotes
· 5 pulledI've always been drawn to characters who are in over their heads, and Clark in 'DTF St. Louis' is exactly that — a guileless weatherman who stumbles into something much bigger than himself.
Working with Jude Law on 'Black Rabbit' was a masterclass in restraint. His Cain to my Abel dynamic is something I've never explored before.
Katharine Hepburn once told me that the best performances come from listening, not speaking. That advice has stuck with me through every role I've taken.
Directing Tom Holland in 'The Partner' is going to be a thrill. He has an energy and discipline that reminds me of a young Tom Hanks.
The DGA nomination for 'Black Rabbit' was humbling, but the real reward was seeing the story connect with audiences.
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