Rob Long on standing out amid Hollywood's junk and clutter
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One of the problems facing showbiz right now: Too many production companies, private equity investors, and celebrity shingles — but not enough set-up projects. That’s why it’s worth remembering the actor-producer-garbageman Rob Long once hired, whose business card was a reminder of simpler times: the producer’s vanity card. Transcript here. Leave a comment Follow us: X | Facebook | Instagram | Threads | Bluesky
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