Episode 016 - The Shrek 2 Screenwriter: A Conversation with David Weiss

ABOUT THIS EPISODE

David Weiss's road to Jewish observance and Hollywood success was not a straight one. Born in a sparsely Jewish California town, young David became attracted to the Church, and lived for years as a passionate - even evangelizing - Christian. In parallel, he employed his creative talents within this religious world, until eventually venturing more widely into Hollywood.

Meanwhile, several "chance" encounters - including one with a Jeish animator in Ireland - stirred David's Jewish soul, and he began a long trek home. Along the way, he enjoyed box office successes with movies like All Dogs Go to Heaven, Shrek 2, Rugrats Chanukah and more.

David takes us on a captivating and humorous journey, demonstrating at once why he is both a spiritual role model and exceptional Hollywood talent.

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Jews You Should Know introduces the broader community to interesting and inspiring Jewish men and women making a difference in our world. Some are already famous, some not yet so. But each is a Jew You Should Know.

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