Comedian and actress Regina Hall recently appeared on Amy Poehler’s podcast, Good Hang with Amy Poehler, where they discussed Hall’s new film One Battle After Another, set to be released on September 26. The movie blends action, thriller, and satire elements and features Hall alongside Leonardo DiCaprio, a key figure in the cast.
During the conversation, Poehler asked Hall about her experience working with Leonardo DiCaprio on the project, prompting Hall to respond with light sarcasm and humor regarding DiCaprio’s on-set behavior.
Playful Jabs at DiCaprio’s On-Set Habits
Regina Hall joked about DiCaprio, saying,
“You know, the thing with Leo is, he’s not very experienced, he’s green,”
which made Poehler laugh. Hall added,
“I had to do a lot of ‘Nope, that’s the lens. Don’t look into it,’ because he was doing a lot of that. Once we got past that though, he was great.”
She continued to poke fun at the Oscar-winning star’s standing in the film, saying,
“He’s got a lot riding on this cuz he’s never had a big movie,”
eliciting more amusement from Poehler. These remarks offered a humorous take on DiCaprio’s role, contrasting his real-life status with Hall’s witty observations.
Discussion on Movie Theater Preferences and Film Format
The interview turned to movies in general, with Poehler sharing her dislike for IMAX theaters, describing them as “so intense, it’s too loud.” Hall then mentioned that One Battle After Another will be available in IMAX. Poehler reacted with mock dismay, saying, “Okay, except for that!” before both burst into laughter, highlighting their easy chemistry during the podcast.
Regina Hall’s Enthusiasm for Collaborating with Paul Thomas Anderson
While Hall brought humor to many parts of the discussion, she expressed genuine excitement about working with director Paul Thomas Anderson on their current project. In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Hall reflected on their relationship, saying,
“I’m not going to lie, he could have said we’re doing an adult film in Chatsworth, and I would have been like, ‘Sure.’”
Hall explained that she and Anderson were neighbors at the time, and she initially expected a casual request for landscaping tips, only to learn he was sending her a script. This chance encounter led to their collaboration on the film.
She further expressed admiration for Anderson, saying,
“I can’t believe I’ve been able to get to know Paul, to see him in both Dad mode and PTA mode,”
and added,
“After all this, I finished my yard, Paul did his yard, and it all came full circle.”
The Importance of These Collaborations Moving Forward
Regina Hall’s playful remarks about Leonardo DiCaprio bring a relatable, down-to-earth perspective to working with Hollywood’s elite, while also showing the camaraderie between the cast and crew. Her enthusiasm for teaming up with Paul Thomas Anderson signals promising creative efforts ahead. With One Battle After Another releasing soon, audiences can anticipate a film that blends genres and showcases strong performances from Hall, DiCaprio, and the rest of the ensemble.
