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McKay is saying that many actors misunderstand improvisation as only making small changes to a scripted performance. He suggests improv is often thought of too narrowly, as just adding a line or slightly adjusting a take.
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About Adam McKay
American filmmaker
Adam McKay is an American filmmaker. He began his career in the 1990s as head writer for NBC’s sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live, and later became known for his work with comedian Will Ferrell. After leaving SNL, McKay worked with Ferrell on a run of comedy films including Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy, Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby, Step Brothers, and The Other Guys. The two also co-wrote and co-produced several television series and films, and McKay co-produced the website Funny or Die through Gary Sanchez Productions.
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