Aaron Sorkin Discusses the Challenges of Directing Molly's Game

Aaron Sorkin talks with Seth about the true events his film, Molly's Game, is based on and explains the unique challenges he faced directing it.
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[@margit9676]

MORE SCREENWRITERS ON THE SHOW, PLEASE! ❤️

[@aussiepie246]

This is why I love Aaron Sorkins writing so much.

[@TheJamesRedwood]

He'd use an apostrophe for a possessive, learn by his example.

[@ongogablogian]

A Few Good Men, The West Wing, The Newsroom, Moneyball, The Social Network, Steve Jobs, and one article in Vanity Fair where he excoriated Trump. One of the all-time greats.

[@stellashepherd844]

yourfavoritepizzaboy I really loved Studio 60 as well.

[@Wolfsheim23]

So he basically just went along with other aloof, non critical thinkers in Hollywood and just piles on with the smearing schoolyard jeering. What a hero.

[@jacobvarney23]

@@Wolfsheim23 people can be described as "aloof, non-critical thinkers" on both sides: it depends on your biases. Sorkin stating an opinion doesn't pile on anything with "smearing schoolyard jeering," because he's just stating an opinion. He didn't go along with "non-critical thinkers" when he made the first show about politics, "The West Wing" in 1999 when nobody else would make a show about politics. Think before you speak.

[@Wolfsheim23]

@@jacobvarney23 Yes Westwing is also FICTION btw... Excorciating Trump is 99% of the time based on Rhetoric. Just parroted speech from some other Lemming that doesn't know the context of what took place and really doesn't care to know because it's all so cool and trendy to hate on Trump. You think he spent a minute to research any bad things he hears about Trump. I think not.

[@yvardietvorst]

@@Wolfsheim23 going by how deep he researches the movies he writes, I'm pretty sure was well informed on the presidents wrong doings

[@ionceateapinecone]

"where do you have the actors breath?" is a hilariously appropriate question

[@JEiowan]

I’m so appreciative of this man’s work...brilliant writing...West Wing...the American President... enjoy directing, Mr Sorkin! Hope you enjoy it!

[@aadirao9401]

this is a much better discussion than other night shows

[@Jadorelainie]

God given gift is what Aaron Sorkin is to this world!

[@PretentiousStuff]

aaron is the king of dialog writing

[@raimokakkola531]

This interview was just wonderful. Aaron Sorkin is a delight!

[@SamanthaJackson]

Loooove him. Studio 60 is still my fav show ever

[@vincentknight27]

My favorite screenwriter

[@rax816]

Wow an interviewee who has actually stuff to tell ..this could be a step forward for Seth!

[@1Tomrider]

You can always count on anything Sorkin to have lots of good lines. Molly's Game was an excellent movie, super enjoyable whether you know anything about poker or not. It's sobering and fascinating at the same time how making small bad choices can mushroom.

[@zurzakne-etra7069]

her dad tho, what a horrible person. I wonder how he feels about her being more successful than her brothers lol

[@gypsysnickerdoodle4354]

LOVE me the Sorkin!!

[@beatapalfi7538]

Love his writing. Learned a lot of English watching The West wing, Studio 60 and other works.

[@breezyashell]

Saw it at TIFF a month ago, it was great! Snippy Sorkin dialogue and editing

[@thefaceofinsecurity]

I didn’t even realize it actually was Aaron Sorkin but all through the movie I was like “god this just FEELS like Sorkin” so I checked the credits and it was like “oh it is Sorkin” 😂

[@nateds7326]

I’m not surprised that Aaron is an amazing speaker

[@delrey874]

He's a really great writer and director.

[@anujbeatles]

National treasure

[@tylerkochman1007]

Been hearing buzz about this film for years. Was pleasantly surprised when a couple of months ago I learned that they had produced it.

[@2011blueman]

I really wish he would get back into television. We REALLY need another West Wing.

[@rex-atom]

Sorkin is on another level of humble.

[@sullyFL]

Loved this guy on Wings.

[@davidcharles3871]

He's no Lowell.

[@SumitAtreGoogle]

For the first time I've seen him interview I thought he would be a robot. Sold the movie well though.

[@samiritbanik1504]

BEST OF THE BEST

[@kldodo]

He’s hilarious hahaha

[@NewMessage]

I'm the same way in snow... It drives me to drink way too much.

[@BrunoCesar-nm5ew]

The script for this movie is by Aaron Circus. His scripts are very good and he avoids that his dialogues end up becoming a armed circus.

[@Gettoavi]

It's Thursday !

[@tylerkochman1007]

Not just was she an Olympic-level skier Seth, her brother was one of our nation's best competitors in World Cup competition

[@supertramp0411]

What's next? I miss Bartlet

[@brodie-tzu4753]

What’s the name of the movie?

[@andrewroberts8139]

Must be a little like interviewing God

[@Rainy-In-The-Desert]

He seems a friendly sort. Not sure I'm interested in the movie though, still hasn't caught my attention

[@kinsmed]

You two should compare Oscar, Emmy and Golden Globe awards.

[@Rainy-In-The-Desert]

chas ames Nah, you go ahead

[@SilviaSandinoNieto]

@@Rainy-In-The-Desert I'm curious, did you see it? 'Cause it's amazing!!

[@Rainy-In-The-Desert]

@@SilviaSandinoNieto I never did, I forgot about it. So you enjoyed it??

[@SilviaSandinoNieto]

@@Rainy-In-The-Desert Yes! Just saw it again. And he is right. It's amazing. I reccomend it. Watch it and let me know if you like it, it's on Netflix

[@littlexel]

The moral of the story is that snitches get stitches????? Good movie though! Hell of a story.

[@PurpleElephant808]

The moral of the story was take responsability for your own actions. She didnt snitch but she still suffered. Good movie.

[@michaelmiller7927]

not a christmas movie hhahaha

[@DeathlyTired]

It's almost year end, so please forgive me as I make my one superficial, unhelpful and judgmental YT comment for the year. Aaron Sorkin needs to find a better tailor. That is all. Thank you for your forbearance.

[@ke6nber]

insomniacfolder You're a terrible person. Nobody likes you. Your profile pic is dumb. You misspelled 'judgemental'. I don't mean any of that. But, as you pointed out, it's almost year end and it occurs to me that I haven't trolled anyone on YT all year. So I got it out of my system here. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. Have a good day.

[@tomsenft7434]

Yes! Mr. Sorkin is wearing Khaki in winter, and his tie looks like it is about to fall off his neck. However, he looks great in those glasses.

[@DeathlyTired]

+Kevin Berry All fair and true commentary. Glad to be of service! Happy holidays. PS: in old-fashioned England, since at least 1834, we don't have the extra 'e'

[@lynnturman8157]

Why does he have a little bitty tuba pinned to his suit?

[@robwells5753]

i have a hard time with arron not knowing the history of the middle east hmmmm and why would he be a clinton supporter? does he possibly have a drug addiction perhaps

[@DaynJo]

The weird thing is that in the movie Jessica Chastain has red hair. (not as red as usual) but still red. The real Molly Bloom has dark Brown?? eh why would they do this. Oh yes, and the real Molly bloom, is absolutely smoking hot.. *Quite a change for the real life person to be a million times better looking than the movie star playing them.*

[@sudhaunshusp]

The last closing statement by Conan was super racist. He implicitly exclaimed that Japanese pornography is creepy and American is not. So pathetic, ridiculous and irresponsible statement made out of context. I fail to see any connection between this stupid statement and interview with Aaron Sorkin.