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Seth Rogen Shares Spielberg's Directing Secrets for Kids

2/12/2025

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Seth Rogen revealed valuable insights from Steven Spielberg on directing child actors during “The Fabelmans.” Spielberg advised treating kids just like adult actors, noting that they respond better to authority. Josh Brolin reminisced about Spielberg's no-nonsense approach on “The Goonies,” encouraging him to focus on acting rather than getting lost in overthinking.

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Seth Rogen revealed valuable insights from Steven Spielberg on directing child actors during “The Fabelmans.” Spielberg advised treating kids just like adult actors, noting that they respond better to authority. Josh Brolin reminisced about Spielberg's no-nonsense approach on “The Goonies,” encouraging him to focus on acting rather than getting lost in overthinking.