
'Severance’: When a Hit Show Goes Over Budget, Who Pays?
The Town with Matthew Belloni
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Navigating Budget Complexities in TV Production
This chapter explores the financial intricacies of managing television production budgets, particularly during the second season of 'Severance.' It discusses the reasons behind budget overruns, including external events like strikes and COVID-19, as well as internal creative decisions. The chapter emphasizes the collaborative nature of negotiations between studios and networks to address these challenges while highlighting the balance of creative originality and cost management.
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