Good Omens saved my life. It led me to the Discworld universe. Terry carried me through some VERY terrible years, he was my therapist. I can quite firmly state that the books kept me from doing myself in. I hope they kept the paintball war in. I hope I get a chance to see it!
Gawds, yes! I don’t know quite when it was (don’t really remember my twenties- I was just anxious and depressed to an incapacitating degree) but for a couple of the years I was reading Discworld novels at least two a week. I don’t want to think what it might have been like without those!
I cried as a baby when it ended, I'm so glad to hear that Neil did too and that he wanted people to feel this way. I was so moved by it, it was all so beautiful, I just couldn't help but sob...
Terry Pratchett has been my best friend for years, it doesn't matter that I never met him, he was there for me through years of depression and saw me through. His books gave you part of his soul, everyone who read his books and made a connection with them will have felt that. Terry Pratchett wrote his soul onto the page and offered his hand out to all of us, and a lucky few took his hand and were led on an amazing journey. If you haven't already I urge you to read his books!
I loved him, too. Years ago he gave a lecture, and my dad came with me, and waited in line with me to meet him. I didn't bring one of his books, so Terry gave me a poster of his latest book ad signed it. He was lovely.
"Good Omens" helped me to find Terry Pratchett during one of those moments when you just cant find a book you really want to read. I was in a bad stump for awhile till "Good Omens"
Like Neil himself I got all misty at the end of the TV series. But I also got all misty at the end of this interview when Neil was talking with such sincerity about how the show was made for Sir Terry. It is my perception that the love and respect that Neil clearly felt and feels for STP illuminates every single moment of the Good Omens series. It glows with that love. Because of it, the show has become something quite different from any other TV or even movie that I've ever seen. It's something special and wonderful and magical that manifests love in the world. What a joy!
Well i didn't know about this happening so I got to say that I'm a very happy bunny. I loved Terry Pratchett more than my family and i have read all his many many books, many many times. Guess i got to go get a firestick now 🙄😁
I was given this book by husband l couldn't put it down, have lent it out so many times l can't remember and how many times l damn had to rebuy it and now l have a nice copy given to me by my older son who is also like am a Pratchett fan what an incredible writer and imagination :) as for this movie 'ABSOLUTELY AWESOME' love the cast especially the angel and the demon :) (the Husband didn't make it but the book did ) lol
p.s. if metatron-crowley dialogue is not in, i will personally burn down the whole world. i mean it. and dislove neil gaiman and that lot. :D this one, ending (p.353 in corgi 1991 ed): 'God does not play games with His loyal servants,' said Metatron, but in a worried tone of voice. 'Whooo-eee,' said Crowley. 'Where have you _been_?'
9:26 they borrowed those parts (what were not in original Good Omens) from book in Sandman's library! :D i'm sure neil gaiman knows his way around there. Lucien is, i hope, only glad to help.
@@lukenash9719 enjoy! I'm torn about whether to reread it again (I've lost count!) before the show comes out. I think I'll probably reread it after I watch the show. And then if the show is good, rewatch it after the reread . . .
I've read this book at least seven times and each copy I've given away. It won't match the book as there is way too much in it. But, I can't wait to see this.
The comedy comes from the circumstances and how real life impacts all very serious issues. This is not Abbot and Costello meet the Apocalypse. That is not funny. The funny part is how things go very wrong, in spite of the best efforts of everyone involved.
A lot of authors are like this. Writers too. We are funny people who sit around and write stories because we enjoy them. Awkward is part of that, really.
Good Omens saved my life. It led me to the Discworld universe. Terry carried me through some VERY terrible years, he was my therapist. I can quite firmly state that the books kept me from doing myself in.
I hope they kept the paintball war in. I hope I get a chance to see it!
The paintball scene is magic!
I know EXACTLY what you mean!! Glad that you've made it through rough times and Terry was there for you.
Gawds, yes! I don’t know quite when it was (don’t really remember my twenties- I was just anxious and depressed to an incapacitating degree) but for a couple of the years I was reading Discworld novels at least two a week. I don’t want to think what it might have been like without those!
sameeee good omens introduced me to the wonderful world of discworld and i’m never gonna leave it
So true. It helped me stop worrying about the real Armageddon! (I was raised Fundagelical so I needed to lose the insanity!
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I cried as a baby when it ended, I'm so glad to hear that Neil did too and that he wanted people to feel this way. I was so moved by it, it was all so beautiful, I just couldn't help but sob...
Terry Pratchett has been my best friend for years, it doesn't matter that I never met him, he was there for me through years of depression and saw me through. His books gave you part of his soul, everyone who read his books and made a connection with them will have felt that. Terry Pratchett wrote his soul onto the page and offered his hand out to all of us, and a lucky few took his hand and were led on an amazing journey. If you haven't already I urge you to read his books!
I loved him, too. Years ago he gave a lecture, and my dad came with me, and waited in line with me to meet him. I didn't bring one of his books, so Terry gave me a poster of his latest book ad signed it.
He was lovely.
I haven’t read any of his works. Could please recommend some to start with?
Michael Sheen IS loveable, first and foremost! That smile
"Good Omens" helped me to find Terry Pratchett during one of those moments when you just cant find a book you really want to read. I was in a bad stump for awhile till "Good Omens"
Like Neil himself I got all misty at the end of the TV series. But I also got all misty at the end of this interview when Neil was talking with such sincerity about how the show was made for Sir Terry. It is my perception that the love and respect that Neil clearly felt and feels for STP illuminates every single moment of the Good Omens series. It glows with that love. Because of it, the show has become something quite different from any other TV or even movie that I've ever seen. It's something special and wonderful and magical that manifests love in the world. What a joy!
Not gonna lie, I was already about to cry at the end of the last episode, and then the words "For Terry" popped up and I couldn't hold back any more.
I hope that this is going to lead to more of Mr. Pratchetts work to more people. I hope this turns out good.
I am SO glad that scene when they burn Agnes is going to be in it!
The way he says that maybe your favourite line will not be in the show he just KNOWS that everyone loves the Aziraphale line
Well i didn't know about this happening so I got to say that I'm a very happy bunny. I loved Terry Pratchett more than my family and i have read all his many many books, many many times. Guess i got to go get a firestick now 🙄😁
I was given this book by husband l couldn't put it down, have lent it out so many times l can't remember and how many times l damn had to rebuy it and now l have a nice copy given to me by my older son who is also like am a Pratchett fan what an incredible writer and imagination :) as for this movie 'ABSOLUTELY AWESOME' love the cast especially the angel and the demon :) (the Husband didn't make it but the book did ) lol
terry is smiling
BTW Neil confirmed that he had written Crowely and Aziraphel as lovers in the show.
p.s. if metatron-crowley dialogue is not in, i will personally burn down the whole world. i mean it. and dislove neil gaiman and that lot. :D this one, ending (p.353 in corgi 1991 ed):
'God does not play games with His loyal servants,' said Metatron, but in a worried tone of voice.
'Whooo-eee,' said Crowley. 'Where have you _been_?'
It's there, but with Gabriel instead of the metatron
Neil Beardman!
I love this book. I can’t wait for the TV show. ⭐️
9:26 they borrowed those parts (what were not in original Good Omens) from book in Sandman's library! :D i'm sure neil gaiman knows his way around there. Lucien is, i hope, only glad to help.
How did I now know that Douglas Mackinnon was a Skyeman?
I absolutely cannot wait for this show.
Great interview!
I have never read the book but I want to watch this show because the trailer looked cool. I might read the book too.
The book is good. Funny and allegorical and beautiful and tingling. It's what is worth saving about our crazy species.
@@OrigamiMarie What's the allegory?
@@lukenash9719 I guess it's maybe not exactly allegory? Lots of biblical references, but I enjoyed it plenty with my scant background knowledge.
@@OrigamiMarie Regardless I can't wait to read the book and see the show.
@@lukenash9719 enjoy! I'm torn about whether to reread it again (I've lost count!) before the show comes out. I think I'll probably reread it after I watch the show. And then if the show is good, rewatch it after the reread . . .
I was hoping for Billy Connelly for Shadwell, but I'm sure Neil knows his vision better than I.
I am not sure Billy is able to do a film these days. His health is poor.
"To beard or not to beard. That is the question."
Niel speaks in characters. Douglas speaks in pitches.
I've read this book at least seven times and each copy I've given away. It won't match the book as there is way too much in it. But, I can't wait to see this.
Just watching the trailers and the recently-released music video, it sure looks like this adaptation will be fun.
Who is this fantastic interviewer. Say her name
The comedy comes from the circumstances and how real life impacts all very serious issues. This is not Abbot and Costello meet the Apocalypse. That is not funny. The funny part is how things go very wrong, in spite of the best efforts of everyone involved.
LOL you can tell Neil Gaiman is not used to public speaking :)
A lot of authors are like this. Writers too. We are funny people who sit around and write stories because we enjoy them. Awkward is part of that, really.
Douglas Mackinnon seems slightly annoying.
He seems a bit tired. In other interviews he seems really happy to be on the series.