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March 12, 2025 61 mins

On this episode of The Story & Craft Podcast, we sit down with director,Laura Murphy from thefilmF Marry Kill, which features Lucy Hale and Virginia Gardner.  We delve into Laura’s career journey from writing and directing at MTV to her work with high-profile talent like Awkwafina, Eliza Schlesinger, and John Oliver.  The episode covers Murphy's experiences in the film industry, her filmmaking approach, and her love for comedy.  We also touch on her personal life, including balancing motherhood with her career, her preferences in film genres, and her creative process.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

01:30 Laura Murphy's Early Career

05:32 Journey to MTV and Promos

08:16 Directing and Comedy

25:20 Balancing Work and Family

30:45 Influences and Inspirations

33:12 Caddyshack and Comedy Classics

33:58 Screening Anxiety and Audience Reactions

35:48 Current TV Shows and British Dramas

38:32 The Seven Questions

40:31 Dream Conversations and Influential Figures

45:06 Celebrity Crushes and Nostalgia

47:24 Island Essentials: Movies and Music

50:24 Perfect Day and Simple Luxuries

53:40 Alternative Careers and Detective Dreams

54:25 Advice to Younger Self

Listen and subscribe on your favorite podcast app.  Also, check out the show and sign up for the newsletter at  www.storyandcraftpod.com

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