The final scene of the pilot for Man in the High Castle is what got me hooked to that show. I came late to the party; three seasons had released already, so I proceeded to binge all three and then waited in anticipation for the fourth. Also, on the subject of opening title sequences, I loved High Castle's, and I also really love the ones for Deep State (I love the actual show a lot less).
I like this so much because we're so often told that there is a structure that writers should always follow and with the greatest pieces of literature that is just not true. So the lesson from that dissonance is that before you write something great you should begin writing formulaic stuff you don't care for.
So accurate. Not all people are gonna like every story, but hopefully at least someone will. pilots that got me at the first episode: lost, the blacklist, dead to me, killing eve.... etc.
The very first 5 minutes of LOST had me hooked. What's even better is that it maintained the same energy going forward in all the episodes. The human mind loves supernatural mysteries, especially the kind of mysterious you get a promise of solving. At the time, I think it was the first high definition series I'd watched (relative to that time). The scene with the zoom in of Jack's eye opening for the viewer to see the pupils and retina with such crystal clear QualIty with such amazing details, I just knew I had stumbled onto something great. I think I'm going to watch Lost again. I hope it hasn't lost its magic.
I think the ability to "stay on 7" would be a good quality for storytellers to learn so we can get over the constant need for people to _get_ our stories. As a new writer, I find it difficult to believe in my stories at times when I don't get the validation I seek from people that I share the story with (usually in its unfinished state)
I've loved Shannan's insight into the industry, but this one is a big oof for me. She likes Friday Night Lights strictly for nostalgic reasons, not because of the story. I know its all subjective, but I am kind of disappointed in her choice of media. All of them except for the Wire are mediocre at best. I still think she's a master at her craft, and few could rival her, but when it comes to her being an audience member she's basically a normie :| .
I mean I get it somehow. It's like a 5 star chef who munches on a bag of Lays with the cheapest ketchup from the gas station after work. It's relatable but telling the public about it kinda hurts your reputation :D
Such a good point. Saying "I may not be your audience" is soooo honest.
Cheers, thanks for the comment Jim!
I believe she is the best person you've interviewed. Good questions that are followed by great answers from someone so sharp and open. Love it
Shannan is terrific, great to see you enjoying these. Thanks for watching Ethaniel!
Totally agree! She is clear and straightforward with her answers. I'd love to see more Q&A's with her.
I agree
Every answer is an effort to educate
"I personally think anything can make for a good story." Love her!
I also loved the show Brothers and Sisters! And the movie Enemy of the State❤
I think this lady would make a great mentor.
4:50 "no strings attached" starred kutcher and "friends with benefits" starred timberlake
The final scene of the pilot for Man in the High Castle is what got me hooked to that show. I came late to the party; three seasons had released already, so I proceeded to binge all three and then waited in anticipation for the fourth.
Also, on the subject of opening title sequences, I loved High Castle's, and I also really love the ones for Deep State (I love the actual show a lot less).
Queen Sugar. Yes!
She should be all over RUclips giving this type of advice, she the best⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐❤💡
I like this so much because we're so often told that there is a structure that writers should always follow and with the greatest pieces of literature that is just not true. So the lesson from that dissonance is that before you write something great you should begin writing formulaic stuff you don't care for.
So accurate. Not all people are gonna like every story, but hopefully at least someone will. pilots that got me at the first episode: lost, the blacklist, dead to me, killing eve.... etc.
The very first 5 minutes of LOST had me hooked. What's even better is that it maintained the same energy going forward in all the episodes. The human mind loves supernatural mysteries, especially the kind of mysterious you get a promise of solving.
At the time, I think it was the first high definition series I'd watched (relative to that time). The scene with the zoom in of Jack's eye opening for the viewer to see the pupils and retina with such crystal clear QualIty with such amazing details, I just knew I had stumbled onto something great.
I think I'm going to watch Lost again. I hope it hasn't lost its magic.
I think the ability to "stay on 7" would be a good quality for storytellers to learn so we can get over the constant need for people to _get_ our stories. As a new writer, I find it difficult to believe in my stories at times when I don't get the validation I seek from people that I share the story with (usually in its unfinished state)
Great info
Texas 🌵🌵🌵⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐, This is why she so honest and humble
I'd make a risque joke about "execution matters," but maybe not. LOL
She liked The Chi?? 🤢
I've loved Shannan's insight into the industry, but this one is a big oof for me. She likes Friday Night Lights strictly for nostalgic reasons, not because of the story.
I know its all subjective, but I am kind of disappointed in her choice of media. All of them except for the Wire are mediocre at best. I still think she's a master at her craft, and few could rival her, but when it comes to her being an audience member she's basically a normie :| .
I mean I get it somehow. It's like a 5 star chef who munches on a bag of Lays with the cheapest ketchup from the gas station after work. It's relatable but telling the public about it kinda hurts your reputation :D
Right because I hate Queen Sugar and The Chi.
She's a true Southern women. Cause those scripts are weak