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Max Winkler Architect of the Kiss!

2024/9/26
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Max Winkler details his long-standing friendship with Jake Johnson, which began years before New Girl during the filming of a web series. Their shared comedic vision and numerous collaborative projects eventually led them to Elizabeth Merriwether, the creator of New Girl. This connection paved the way for Max to direct several episodes, including the pivotal "Cooler."
  • Max Winkler and Jake Johnson's friendship began seven years prior to New Girl.
  • They collaborated on various projects, including a web series and the film Ceremony.
  • Their connection led them to Elizabeth Merriwether and ultimately Max's directorial role on New Girl.

Shownotes Transcript

Loft meeting! Loft meeting, Babes. We've got the Max Winkler in the house. When he was just starting, he met a comedy wunderkind, Jake Johnson. The two formed a powerful friendship, eventually leading them to Elizabeth Merriwether. The rest, as they say, is history. Max would go on to direct Cooler, where Nick and Jess kiss for the first time. He also directed Tinfinity, an episode special in Hannah's heart. 

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