Chapter
Kindness Supersedes Everything Else
31:36 - 39:13 (07:37)
The speaker initially found Candy's character in the movie annoying, but through her actions, he realized the importance of human connection over anything else.
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The speaker shares their appreciation for "Planes, Trains and Automobiles" as they realize the loneliness present in every moment of the film, and how it's portrayed by the filmmaker and actors.
31:36 - 33:59 (02:22)
Summary
The speaker shares their appreciation for "Planes, Trains and Automobiles" as they realize the loneliness present in every moment of the film, and how it's portrayed by the filmmaker and actors. It's a work of art that captures not just raw comedy, but also the friendship and love that's formed by two seemingly different individuals.
ChapterKindness Supersedes Everything Else
Episode#323 – Will Sasso: Comedy, MADtv, AI, Friendship, Madness, and Pro Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker believes that John Candy would have won an Academy Award for his role in Planes, Trains, and Automobiles due to his portrayal of a character filled with loneliness who puts on a brave face in the end.
33:59 - 36:37 (02:37)
Summary
The speaker believes that John Candy would have won an Academy Award for his role in Planes, Trains, and Automobiles due to his portrayal of a character filled with loneliness who puts on a brave face in the end. The character is a shower curtain ring salesman who is very friendly and has meaningful conversations with all the people he meets.
ChapterKindness Supersedes Everything Else
Episode#323 – Will Sasso: Comedy, MADtv, AI, Friendship, Madness, and Pro Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker discusses their initial frustration with Candy's character in the movie, but eventually realizes that his ability to connect with people on a personal level is what makes him annoying yet kind.
36:37 - 39:13 (02:36)
Summary
The speaker discusses their initial frustration with Candy's character in the movie, but eventually realizes that his ability to connect with people on a personal level is what makes him annoying yet kind. This leads to a reflection on the importance of human connection.