I used to think having a hit show or movie was all on my shoulders, but the more I learn about Hollywood, the more I know that writing something great is only the first step. You need a champion who has your back and can help push the material through. But you don't have to take my word for it. Jerry Seinfeld just told an amazing story about how Rob Reiner was that for him and for his show, Seinfeld. The story of Reiner's advocacy with NBC executives is a masterclass in the necessity of having a champion in the room. And for anyone navigating the treacherous waters of the film and TV industry, it's a vital lesson in the power of the right producer.Let's dive in. The Show About NothingSo here's the backstory, as told by Jerry Seinfeld on his Instagram, memorializing the great director and the impact he had on his life. See on Instagram Jerry wrote, "Next to Larry David and George Shapiro, Rob Reiner had the biggest influence on my career. Our show would have never happened without him. He saw something no one else could. When nobody at the network liked the early episodes, he saved us from cancellation. That I was working with Carl Reiner’s son, who happened to be one of the kindest people in show business, seemed unreal. I was naive at the time to how much his passion for us meant."A Producer with ConvictionThe only reason this story exists is because...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Yesterday