Daniel Blake Smith on Mr. Wonderful, Michael Madsen & Adapting Book to Film

The 3 Geeks Podcast sits down with author and filmmaker Daniel Blake Smith to discuss his acclaimed book and film adaptation Mr. Wonderful, starring the late Michael Madsen. Mr. Wonderful tells the story of three generations of men bound by blood but divided by circumstance — a millennial on the run from a dangerous drug dealer, his disillusioned professor father, and their patriarch facing the cruel advance of senility. It's a powerful and emotional drama exploring family, legacy, and the search for redemption. In this interview, Daniel shares his journey from writing the novel to producing the film, offering insight into the adaptation process and what it takes to bring a deeply personal story to the screen. We also discuss working with an incredible cast including Priscilla Barnes, Robert Miano, Brittany Underwood, and Lew Temple, as well as the film's festival run and collaborating with director Mark David. If you're interested in filmmaking, writing, and the process of adapting stories across mediums, this is a conversation you won't want to miss. 🌐 Learn more: [Insert official site or IMDb] 🎙️ More episodes, interviews & reviews: 3geekspodcast.com 📧 Business inquiries: [email protected] Follow 3 Geeks Podcast: X / Instagram / YouTube: @3geekspodcast #DanielBlakeSmith #MrWonderful #MichaelMadsen #FilmAdaptation #WriterInterview #ProducerInterview #IndieFilm #Filmmaking #MoviePodcast #3GeeksPodcast