Fallbrook Film Festival, Adam McKay

Adam McKay at the Fallbrook Film Festival

Recognize the car? It appeared in Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby, with Will Ferrell – and that’s writer and director Adam McKay behind the wheel.

In town for a Q&A with aspiring and established filmmakers, Adam took a moment to hop in the car and pose for me – he was a good sport! The car was sold to a local resident after the film wrapped, and it was parked in front of the Art Center during the seminar – and attracting a lot of attention!

Adam spoke about how he got his start in several comedy troops in Chicago. Next he became a writer on Saturday Night Live, and a year later the head writer. His first day at SNL was also the first day for Will Ferrell – and the two have been linked by work ever since. After SNL they worked on Elf together in 2003, and in 2004 made Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy. Talladega Nights came in 2006, and next up is Step Brothers, set to be released later this year.

Adam McKay

Adam McKay

Adam McKay

After the Q&A Adam hung around out front, giving advice and talking about film. The filmmakers in attendance took full advantage of the opportunity to talk one on one with him!

Adam McKay

Adam McKay

2 Replies to “Fallbrook Film Festival, Adam McKay”

  1. I love the shot of the car and it is not just because I want the car, You really do have a keen eye behind the lens. Looking forward to your next photo adventure.

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