Robert De Niro Reflects on Career Challenges and Triumphs at Tribeca's De Niro Con
The actor discusses his firing from 'The Goodbye Girl' and his collaboration with Quentin Tarantino on 'Jackie Brown'.
- De Niro shared the story of being replaced by Richard Dreyfuss in 'The Goodbye Girl' after two weeks of filming.
- He recounted feeling dread and inadequacy during his time on the project, which was originally titled 'Bogart Slept Here'.
- De Niro praised Dreyfuss' performance in the final film, which earned Dreyfuss an Academy Award.
- Quentin Tarantino interviewed De Niro about his role in 'Jackie Brown' and his comedic approach to the character.
- De Niro Con continues with screenings and discussions of the actor's iconic films.