Exploring the Lack of Soul in an Episode and the Impact on Creativity

Adi Shankar  @bootleguniverse123  is a Hollywood producer who is the go to guy for adaptions of video game series.

Including Netflix shows like CastleVania, Captain LaserHawk and the upcoming Devil May Cry show.

We chat about how he created his dream job in 20's, how he convinced HollyWood gatekeepers to let me pursue his vision without their interference and the steps to invent your own job that is both creatively fulfilling and commercially successful.

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⏰TIMESTAMPS⏰

00:00 Intro

00:22 Creative Process for Captain Laserhawk

04:47 George R. R. Martin’s Creative Mind

07:03 When the Character Feels Soulless

08:23 Conversation with George R. R. Martin

12:59 Wrong Assumptions

15:34 Dark Take on Richie Rich

23:58 Fan Fiction Short Films

27:30 Securing Resources and Funds

35:29 Strategy to Get Recognized

41:09 Deconstructing the Core Elements

43:17 Do You Need Social Media?

48:44 The Value You Put Out as a Creator

52:36 The Creator Economy

58:58 It Mainly Starts with Emulation

1:04:36 Reservoir of Knowledge

1:08:19 Resonating with the Audience

1:13:49 Existing in the Extremes

1:17:53 Follow Adi’s Work

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