Rob Reiner's 'Spinal Tap' Still Goes To 11

This episode of Fresh Air features an interview with Rob Reiner, director and co-star of the new sequel to "This Is Spinal Tap." Reiner discusses the original mockumentary's influence, the satire of heavy metal bands and rock documentaries, and the evolution of the characters in the sequel. The conversation covers Reiner's broader career, including directing films like "Stand By Me," "The Princess Bride," and "A Few Good Men," as well as his experiences on "All in the Family" and his relationship with his father, Carl Reiner. They also discuss specific scenes from his films, including the famous "goes to 11" scene from Spinal Tap and the "You can't handle the truth" scene from A Few Good Men, with insights into directing actors like Jack Nicholson. The episode concludes with music from Spinal Tap 2 featuring Elton John. Additionally, David Bianculli reviews "The Paper," a sequel to "The Office" streaming on Peacock.