This week on 20 Questions, Jamie Lee Curtis was the guest, fresh off her Emmy nomination for her role in The Bear. Curtis stopped by the Deadline studio while taking a break from filming Freaky Friday 2.
During the podcast, Curtis shared some insights about the upcoming sequel to Freaky Friday, which she starred in 21 years ago alongside Lindsay Lohan. This time, the body-swapping fun will involve some new twists, but Curtis remained tight-lipped about the details. She also revealed that she personally called Disney CEO Bob Iger to push for the sequel to be made.
In addition to Freaky Friday 2, Curtis discussed her experience filming Borderlands, a movie based on a popular video game. She shared how she met Cate Blanchett on set and formed a strong bond with her fellow female cast members. Curtis expressed her excitement about upcoming projects, including the TV series Kay Scarpetta, in which she stars alongside Nicole Kidman.
Furthermore, Curtis delved into her role in The Bear, where she plays Donna Berzatto, a complex character dealing with addiction and mental health issues. She highlighted the emotional impact her character has had on viewers and the deep connection she feels to the role.
In the podcast, Curtis also talked about her involvement in The Last Showgirl in Vegas, a film directed by Gia Coppola and starring Pamela Anderson. She shared her experience working on the project and teased the upcoming premiere at the Toronto Film Festival.
Throughout the interview, Curtis reminisced about her career, her friendships with fellow actors, and her love for projects like True Detective: Night Country. She reflected on the joy of forming new connections and friendships in the industry.
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