Bill Murray and Michael Ovitz in Conversation

Sep 26, 2018

As the co-founder of Creative Artists Agency, Michael Ovitz reinvented the role of the agent and helped shape the careers of hundreds of A-list entertainers, directors, and writers. Acclaimed actor Bill Murray joins Ovitz to discuss his revealing memoir, Who Is Michael Ovitz?

Jurassic Park. Schindler’s List. Ghostbusters. Dances with Wolves. Goodfellas. Groundhog Day. Rain Man. Tootsie. Casino. Rain Man. What do these great works have in common? All were brought to popular culture by Michael Ovitz.

Don’t miss Bill and Michael reminisce about 30 years of show business history and friendship as they each make their 92nd Street Y Talks debut.

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