Joe Menendez Talks Directing "Henry Danger: The Movie" & Hollywood Lessons

In this special simulcast of The Neil Haley Show and Celebrity Interviews Live from The Grotto, Neil Haley and Greg Hanna chat with Joe Menendez, director of "Henry Danger: The Movie." They dive into Joe’s filmmaking journey, the evolution of Henry Danger from TV show to blockbuster film, and his biggest takeaways from working with top actors and directors.How Joe’s passion for movies started with Super 8 films as a kid in the ‘80s.His biggest inspirations—Spielberg, Star Wars, and escapist popcorn movies.Why directing Henry Danger: The Movie was a dream come true.How the hit Nickelodeon series evolved into a high-action movie.Why the film allowed for bigger, more ambitious action sequences than the show.How Joe ensured the movie appealed to both longtime fans & new audiences.How actors shape scenes in real-time (and why some of the best moments aren’t planned).The biggest lesson he’s learned from actors like Daveed Diggs (Snowpiercer).Why valuing friendships and family is the core theme of Henry Danger: The Movie.If Joe could time travel, he’d love to be a Jedi in Star Wars or a detective in Moonlighting.The ultimate crossover dream: Henry Danger meets Star Trek: Picard! 📺 Watch "Henry Danger: The Movie" – Premiering January 17 on Paramount+ & Nickelodeon. 🎬 Follow Joe Menendez for updates on future projects. 🎥 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:📽️ From Super 8 Films to Hollywood Director🦸‍♂️ Bringing Henry Danger to the Big Screen🎬 Behind-the-Scenes Hollywood Insights🚀 Fun & Unexpected Hollywood Talk📢 Where to Watch & Follow