'Welcome to the Men's Group' star Mackenzie Astin reveals the underlying social messages the film is trying to convey

Mackenzie Astin plays an important role in the indie film 'Welcome to the Men’s Group' and talks to us about his experience in the film and its underlying social messages.
PUBLISHED DEC 18, 2018

Mackenzie Astin from 'Homeland' and 'The Magicians' is not a new name in the industry. Being one among the sons of famous actors Patty Duke and John Astin and half-brother of actor Sean Astin, Mackenzie has set a name for himself in the industry as well. Mackenzie is best remembered for his role as Andy Moffett over four seasons from 1985 to 1988 on the sitcom 'The Facts of Life'. He has also appeared in motion pictures like 'Iron Will', 'Wyatt Earp' with Kevin Costner, 'The Evening Star' with Shirley MacLaine, and Whit Stillman's 'The Last Days of Disco'. He also played Noah Baker on TV’s 'Scandal', and Carrie Mathison's brother-in-law Bill Dunn on “Homeland”.

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