Blank Check with Griffin & David A Simple Plan with Kevin Smith
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May 1, 2022 
Filmmaker Kevin Smith joins the podcast to talk about his favorite film 'A Simple Plan' and pay tribute to the late producer Jim Jacks. They discuss Sam Raimi's directing style, Billy Bob Thornton's acting, and what they would do if they found a stash of money in the woods. The podcast also explores Jim Jacks' role in bringing indie filmmakers to the mainstream, the impact of 'Evil Dead 2', and the unique energy and discomfort of 'A Simple Plan'.
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Thornton's Shift to Music
- Thornton later focused on music, leading to a tense interview on the Jian Ghomeshi show.
- He became hostile when the interviewer questioned him about acting, not music.
A Simple Plan under Rudin and Boorman
- Scott Rudin briefly oversaw A Simple Plan, hiring John Boorman to direct.
- Boorman cast Paxton and Thornton, and Bridget Fonda met Danny Elfman on set.
Morality in A Simple Plan vs. Fargo
- A Simple Plan effectively portrays the disintegration of seemingly normal people.
- It contrasts with Fargo, where characters are inherently good or bad.