'Licorice Pizza' director's tour of the Valley

Columnist Glenn Whipp took a drive with director Paul Thomas Anderson, chatting about his awards-buzzy film "Licorice Pizza" and life in the Valley.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  Paul Thomas Anderson's hilarious and intimate 'Licorice Pizza' tour of the Valley Landing the perfect title is just one of the challenges Paul Thomas Anderson discusses on a drive around Los Angeles' San Fernando Valley. SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT For Kirsten Dunst, 'Power of the Dog' was an opportunity to 'let it all hang out' Kirsten Dunst discusses her dream of working with Jane Campion, acting opposite her partner Jesse Plemons and surviving depression. SHARE       READ MORE It's never too early to talk Oscars. Here are 5 things to think about now "Dune," "Gucci" and Ridley Scott — what are their awards chances this season? SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT Race, gender — and personal histories — draw Ruth Negga, Rebecca Hall to 'Passing' As a first-time director, Hall draws on her family history in contemplating complex issues of the past that remain hot topics. SHARE       READ MORE Even after a blockbuster year, BTS scores only one Grammy nomination South Korean pop sensation BTS' hits this year, including "Butter," failed to crack two major categories at the 2022 Grammy Awards. SHARE       READ MORE Playing a sleazy former porn star may be the best thing to happen to this actor Simon Rex had tried it all -- comedy, TV, MTV video jockey -- but nothing had brought him the critical respect he's earning for his film "Red Rocket." SHARE       READ MORE Three documentaries: a deadly prison encounter, a famous chef and the current pandemic With "Julia," "Attica" and "First Wave," filmmakers chronicle key moments in America. SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT Thank you for reading the Los Angeles Times The Envelope newsletter. Invite your family, friends, and colleagues to sign up here. Not a subscriber? Get unlimited digital access to latimes.com. Subscribe here. Copyright © 2021, Los Angeles Times 2300 E. Imperial Highway, El Segundo, California, 90245 1-800-LA-TIMES | latimes.com *Advertisers have no control over editorial decisions or content. If you're interested in placing an ad or classified, get in touch here. We'd love your feedback on this newsletter. Please send your thoughts and suggestions here. You received this email because you signed up for newsletters from The Los Angeles Times. Manage marketing email preferences · Manage newsletter subscriptions or unsubscribe · Terms of service · Privacy policy · Do Not Sell My Personal Information · CA Notice of Collection FOLLOW US