The Curious Case of Experiential Fandom
What is the culture of fandom about? How does the fantasy help us escape? What about culture experience brings us joy?
Commentary
The Last Word
For all the criticism and critique of these shows, even if our opinion has fair arguments, it is still incomplete as we don’t know the details of the why and how. Giving us, the audience, that insight allows for a more informed perspective. Give a more direct relationship to the artists.
Watch More Movies
Lately, I’ve been on a kick of watching more movies—not just more than TV, but more overall. I get into these swings occasionally—though seemingly more often over the past year—and they just put me in such a better mood. I feel more fulfilled, more complete, more
The Limits of Excess
When there is too much of everything, there is no room for anything. While this film has value, it shows why more constraint is not only good practice, but an essential need.
Everything is Groundhog Day
What does invented lore do to to our relationship with film and shows? What does it change in how understand and interpret a story?
Watching What You Can’t Do
Knowing your limits gives you the space to focus on what you're good at, what interests you, and what you are driven to produce.
The Bear is a Bear
The Bear is one of those shows that has mastered the dramatic tool of tension. On the premier episode of season 3, "Tomorrow",hey inverted that tension, employing a new tool that still fits with the show’s ethos.