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March 25, 2024 48 mins
Want to know how stars are made?  Meet one of the greatest star makers of all times, Director Marty Callner. Discover the mastermind who revolutionized entertainment with HBO's "Hard Knocks," defined a generation of iconic music videos and created the comedy specials format.  Marty Callner, has worked with a lineup of legends: Robin Williams, Chris Rock, Will Ferrell, and icons like Aerosmith, Cher, and more.

In this not-to-be-missed episode, film/tv creator Adhrucia and her team delve into the stories, techniques, and magic that makes Marty Callner. From directing courtside at Boston Celtics games to redefining HBO’s comedic landscape and directing music videos that became cultural milestones, Callner’s work is a masterclass in storytelling. 

Hear firsthand how Callner collaborated with the biggest names in the industry—Billy Crystal, Jerry Seinfeld, George Carlin, Dane Cook, Whitney Cummings, Stevie Nicks, Heart, Kiss, Poison, Ratt, The Cranberries, Scorpions, Whitesnake, ZZ Top, Bette Midler, Pat Benatar, Diana Ross, Justin Timberlake, Fleetwood Mac, Garth Brooks, Gladys Knight, Gloria Estefan, Marc Anthony—shaping the entertainment landscape and inspiring a new generation of creators.
Why is Marty Callner a pivotal figure in entertainment? How did his philosophy of directing shape the way we experience sports, comedy, and music videos? Join us on Curiosity’s Storyteller Studio for an intimate look into the creative process of one of entertainment's most influential figures. 

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This episode was powered in part by ​⁠Little Black Tux: Tuxedos for Women! 

Cinematography: Phil Sakanashi 
Produced by: Chas Allen & Adhrucia Apana 
Post Production: PJ Donahue 
Associate Producer: Amar Bedi
Music: ​⁠Jimi Cravity
Make-up by: Gayane Hunanyan
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