The movie is based on the friendship between Fred Rodgers and journalist Tom Junod.
“It’s not a bio of Fred, it’s from the perspective of the journalist,” said actor David Newell, who played the role of Mr.McFeely on Mister Rodgers Neighborhood.
He believes the film was portrayed perfectly.
“It’s exactly as it happened; meeting Fred changed this guy’s life,” Newell explains.
“He was a very successful writer for Esquire and other magazines.”
The film hits theaters on November 22nd.
You can listen to the full interview with Mr.McFeely below.
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