Sam Rockwell in Love & The Secrets of Making Hit Pop Songs

Sam Rockwell in Love & The Secrets of Making Hit Pop Songs

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The actor Sam Rockwell explains why acting in every frame of the movie “Moon” can’t compare to the difficulty of playing a damaged rodeo cowboy in Sam Shepard’s play “Fool for Love.” Also, reporter John Seabrook breaks down exactly what makes a pop hit — and how formulas can’t completely account for their magic. And Jenny Slate challenges you to create your own super-short holiday movie.