Melanie Marnich (creator, Apples Never Fall; The OA; Big Love) discusses pursuing projects that explore personal questions, casting her room for their strengths, pitching her perspective on Lianne Moriarty's novel, the Apples cast's secret text chain, and more.

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Melanie Marnich (showrunner, Apples Never Fall) 44:30 Share

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Melanie Marnich (showrunner, Apples Never Fall)