Acting : I guess there is no accounting for taste. by Tom Lapke

I’m not either Tom Lapke when it comes to actors or writing or otherwise. But I also don’t think it’s a good idea to mention in an interview my thoughts on how someone felt about me especially after they’re gone. Always good to move forward.

I couldn't agree more. It's hard to judge any film from a singular POV until the finished product is revealed so do your best work, support your collaborators, and see what happens when the audience is added to the mix.

It's always a bummer when you hear about actors not getting along while on set. It's too difficult and long of a process to be walking on egg shells or uncomfortable around the people you're working with.

Ashley Renee Smith, I couldn't agree more with you. It's not right, when an actor makes another actor's life on set difficult and comments on their performance. They are not the director and have to remember that the other actor was hired for a purpose, namely that they are right for the role and can do an amazing job.

Excellent point, Brigitte. If it's not your vision, it's not your place to criticize. // One of the most supportive actors I ever worked on a shoot with was Lily Tomlin. Joel Schumacher directed her in "The Incredible Shrinking Woman". She was a joy for all from cast to crew. And I've just started watching "Grace and Frankie" again. They must have all had such fun on those film sets. // Thanks, Tom, for bringing this up.

I LOVE Lily Tomlin, Pamela Jaye Smith! What a neat experience!

It so was, Ashley. And how fabulous that she's still out there going strong, entertaining and often enlightening us, yes?

Exactly Brigitte I agree wit h you.Those actors make themselves important on set than they are, in my openion, they have inferiority of complex. They want to be on the midle point. The want to be considerate than others.