It’s hard to put Cami Patton in a box. With projects ranging from the dark and gritty “Justified” to the colorfully quirky “Pushing Daisies,” Patton has tackled a plethora of tones, seeking out projects that break the “cookie-cutter” mold. Her most recent addition, Fox’s “Red Band Society,” tackles what could be a depressing topic in a light and quirky way. Starring Octavia Spencer as Nurse Jackson and Dave Annable as Dr. McAndrew, “Red Band Society” revolves around a group of youths facing terminal illness while still tackling typical life events.
With no pilots really catching her interest, Patton was considering sitting out the season until she read “Red Band Society.” “I was just blown away by how beautifully they were able to make everyone in it a whole person…and none of the humor felt forced to me.”
Patton loves being involved in the collaboration required to create a distinct tone for a new show. She worked closely with Jennifer Lare in her office, Fox casting executive Clint Alexander in New York, and the entire creative team. “It’s so rewarding to be a part of establishing a tone like that; it makes the
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