“It Was Really Dreamy. I'm a Big Fan of His”: Rebecca Hall Opens Up About Working With James L. Brooks on His First Film in 15 Years [Exclusive]

It’s hard to find a more legendary Hollywood career than that of James L. Brooks. The three-time Academy Award-winner has been a major force behind the big and small screen alike, not only helming classics like As Good as It Gets and Terms of Endearment but also serving as a co-creator of beloved titles such as The Mary Tyler Moore Show, Taxi and The Simpsons. Essentially, anything Brooks attaches his name to turns to gold — in some cases, literally. However, the last decade or so has seen the creative take some well-deserved time away from the industry, giving him a chance to enjoy what he built for himself. Still, it’s hard to stay away from something that you love so deeply, so we were thrilled when it was revealed that the celebrated director would be returning to helm a new feature.