Writing has to be good

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I just sat through yet another disappointing episode of my (I guess I must say: former) favourite tv series, 24. I used to watch it with excitement, now it is more out of a feeling of duty. Now matter how much money you can throw at a production, it will not suceed if the fault is at the writing stage.

On the other end of the spectrum, last weekend I got to see the extra material of the new Pink Panther film. I can only recommend watching the DVD with the director’s comments. (Obviously, enjoy the show first with the ‘proper’ audio.) Very insightful, full of advice, gems, and genuine tips. Amazing director. And excellent written script (and only one minor explosion, which was added as an afterthough; 24 writers, note: explosions do not make up for lack of content/research/characterization).