All new Scott Frank projects are cause for celebration. The prolific screenwriter is one of my personal heroes, and someone whose work I seek out when I need to feel refreshed and excited. His past work includes Out of Sight, Queen's Gambit, Minority Report, and many other projects. In this YouTube video from HeyUGuys, Frank talked about his newest Netflix series, Department Q, a noir that is exciting and mysterious. The interview delved into the creative process, from the initial allure of adapting international novels to the specific choices that brought the story to life on screen.Let's dive in. - YouTube www.youtube.com Scott Frank on 'Department Q'Like I said at the top, I am a massive fan of Frank's work. I really enjoyed hearing his process about taking a book originally written in another language and then adapting it for a new audience. It's the kind of challenge that would turn others away but gets embraced here. Frank expressed his admiration for the depth and complexity found in Scandi Noir and British crime dramas like Happy Valley and Broadchurch. So when he was tackling bringing this to a Scottish setting, he got to imbue his own series with similar character-driven storytelling, with a touch of humor.Setting is a character here, with Edinburgh, Scotland playing a crucial role in the show's atmosphere. Frank, influenced by producer Rob Bullock, wanted to portray the city authentically on screen. He felt the city's inherent beauty created a world that draws viewers in, even with...
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