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Reply to comment by Spacemanscottt in why do series shows always have so many seemingly random people directing every episode? by OctoberRust13
I’m exhausted and experiencing severe brain/hand disconnect. Not sure what I’m even typing.
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Reply to comment by bolonomadic in why do series shows always have so many seemingly random people directing every episode? by OctoberRust13
It certainly can be. But it’s more that you need one director to prep while the other shoots or else you hit a logjam. Obviously exceptions to the rule but that’s the norm. On shows with 20 episode seasons you’ll see more slots for new and emerging directors/more chances to spread the wealth. On niche shows you’ll see fewer. Especially with covid protocols trying to keep exposure low.
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Reply to comment by tinoynk in why do series shows always have so many seemingly random people directing every episode? by OctoberRust13
I can assure you tv directors are not purely technical production members. In fact as television more and more mimics cinema tv directors have a lot more creative license than they once did.
As a showrunner, one of your main jobs is to hire directors who will serve as creative collaborators and enhance your vision not just execute it.
Source: am showrunner.
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It’s ok they’re evened out by the Publix in Tampa
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Reply to comment by carefreeguru in why do series shows always have so many seemingly random people directing every episode? by OctoberRust13
We are what some call a cult classic.