Season 9

2019 · 17 episodes

A look inside the creative process of writers, creators and filmmakers.

1A Conversation with Larry WilmoreTelevision producer, actor, comic and writer Larry Wilmore discusses comedy in front of and behind the camera.
2A Conversation with Linda WoolvertonLinda Woolverton, the first woman to write an animated feature for Disney, talks about her work, including "Beauty and the Beast," "The Lion King," "Alice in Wonderland" and "Maleficent."
3Avengers: A Conversation with Christopher Markus & Stephen McFeelyChristopher Markus and Stephen McFeely, writers of "Avengers: Infinity War," discuss juggling a massive ensemble cast and multiple storylines.
4Script to Screen: A Quiet Place"A Quiet Place" screenwriters Scott Beck and Bryan Woods talk about creating tension and telling a story with little dialogue.
5Portals to the Past"Westworld" writers and producers Bridget Carpenter and Carly Wray talk about research, what to do when the story conflicts with authenticity and crafting a world that mirrors the past.
6A Conversation with Peter HedgesWriter and filmmaker Peter Hedges talks about his process of writing novels and screenplays, from "What's Eating Gilbert Grape" to "Ben Is Back."
7A Conversation with Tony GilroyAcademy Award® nominated writer and director Tony Gilroy has built a career on making thought-provoking thrillers including the Bourne franchise, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, and Michael Clayton. In this episode, Gilroy discusses his long career and what it takes to make a living as a writer.
8A Conversation with Ali LeRoiComic and writer Ali LeRoi, co-creator of "Everybody Hates Chris," talks about writing, directing and creating for television.
9The Disaster Artist: A Conversation with Scott Neustadter & Michael H. WeberScott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber discuss "The Disaster Artist" and its adaptation to film.
10A Conversation with Roger CormanProducer and director Roger Corman talks about independent filmmaking and his work, which includes more than 500 film credits.
11Wild Wild Country: A Conversation with Maclain & Chapman WayDocumentary filmmakers Chapman and Maclain Way talk about their Emmy Award-winning documentary "Wild Wild Country."
12Deconstructing Nora EphronWriters Tess Morris and Scott Neustadter discuss the impact of Nora Ephron's films and the impact her writing has had on their own work.
13A Conversation with Graham YostWriter, producer and showrunner Graham Yost's hits include "Speed," "Broken Arrow," "Justified" and "The Americans."
14A Conversation with Pamela RibonWriter and author Pamela Ribon discusses the Disney films "Moana" and "Ralph Breaks the Internet" as well as the television show "Samantha Who?".
15A Conversation with Kevin McDonaldComedy writer and performer Kevin McDonald discusses writing sketch comedy and performing stand-up and improv.
16A Conversation with Sasheer ZamataActress and comic Sasheer Zamata talks about sketch comedy writing and acting on "Saturday Night Live."
17A Conversation with Dana GouldDana Gould talks about writing for "The Simpsons" and his role as creator and co-executive producer of "Stan Against Evil."

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