Episode 85 - Actor Steven Wiig

About this episode

In this episode, actor and filmmaker Steven Wiig discusses his career and experiences in the film industry and with Metallica.

Steven Wiig is a filmmaker, musician and actor best known for his roles in Sean Penn's "Into The Wild", Gus Van Sant's "Milk" and James Franco's childhood-inspired "Yosemite". He’s also been part of the Metallica inner circle for decades working as a videographer and photographer, assisting Lars, and a number of other roles.

People in this episode

Host: Mike Pelak

Guest: Steven Wiig

Topics covered

• filmmaking
• music
• acting
• interviews
• Metallica
• Hollywood

Keywords

• Steven Wiig
• Into The Wild
• Milk
• Yosemite
• Metallica
• filmmaker
• actor
• music

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Metallica

Books & works: Into The Wild, Milk, Yosemite

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