Actor, writer, and director Will Sharpe discusses his creative process and recent projects, including his portrayal of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in the limited series *Amadeus*. Sharpe details the physical and mental preparation required for the role, emphasizing his use of music as a meditative tool to embody Mozart’s complex, often misunderstood personality. The conversation explores his experiences working with directors like Mike White on *The White Lotus* and Lena Dunham on *Too Much*, highlighting his collaborative approach to character development. Sharpe also reflects on the generational trauma and guilt explored in the film *A Real Pain*, where he portrays a tour guide navigating the complexities of Holocaust history. The episode concludes with a review of Zach Galifianakis’s *This is a Gardening Show*, which blends humor with serious insights into agrarian sustainability and the joy of local food production.
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