Being comedic is a skill, because there is a fine line where the context is important. And being dramatic is just being honest and real in that moment.
Bob OdenkirkI think independent movies are actually very challenging right now, because it was this huge scene and it was great for a few years. Then, it was totally co-opted by the studios. Now, it's become very corporate, the independent scene.
Bob OdenkirkDrama is more focused and it reveals itself to you, whereas comedy is just right there, when you first read it.
Bob OdenkirkEven if people end up doing awful things, you can empathize with their motives when you know them. When you get to know the person, you can understand why they make those choices, even if they're bad. And oftentimes people do have good drives that are sympathetic and can even be seen as selfless and good-hearted.
Bob Odenkirk