Amblin TV's Falvey and Frank Dish on Hollywood 'Marriage'

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The dish: minutes into meeting Justin Falvey and Darryl Frank at the hot (literally and figuratively) Studio City sushi spot Kiwami, the agility and popularity that has helped lead the longtime duo to a record number of ordered projects this year is apparent. Kiwami is loud and packed with people, all of whom the copresidents of Amblin Television (nee DreamWorks TV) seem to know. But despite our reservation, the only available seats are outside. The temperature has soared past 90 degrees. Their decision to switch locations happens in a flash of hand gestures and half- sentences: One of them points and says, "Should we-?" "Asanebo?" And we're on our way by foot. Before we make it out of the parking lot, CBS Entertainment chairman Nina Tassler pulls up to Kiwami. She offers hugs and glowing words about teaming up with them on Under the Dome (which wraps its three-season run Sept. 10) and Extant. While just as conveniently located as Kiwami, Asanebo is far quieter. That's mainly due to the fact that it's considerably more expensive. The servers remind you "no soy sauce" as they deliver each plate of high-end Japanese fare. It's a place the duo, who started working together 20 years ago this fall, says they reserve for special meetings and occasions. They offer several times (in vain) to pay. They know everyone here, too.