

The Penguin Official Podcast: Episode 5 – “Homecoming”
Oct 21, 2024
Guest
Michael Kelly
Guest
Helen Huang

Guest
Shohreh Aghdashloo

Guest
Theo Rossi
Guest
Brianna Gibson
Guest
Lauren LeFranc
Lauren LeFranc, the series creator and showrunner, shares her vision for The Penguin, alongside co-producer Brianna Gibson who discusses the creative process. Actors Theo Rossi and Shohreh Aghdashloo delve into their characters’ complexities, exploring themes of ambition and morality. Costume designer Helen Huang highlights how visual style influences character depiction. Michael Kelly reflects on Johnny Viti's evolving arc, emphasizing the emotional weight of parental approval and the struggle for power amidst Gotham's dark landscape.
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Intro
00:00 • 3min
Exploring the Penguin: A Deep Dive into Character Development and Inspirations
02:31 • 4min
Exploring Oz's Moral Compass and Maternal Influence
06:08 • 3min
The Interplay of Cinema and Real-Life Criminality
09:13 • 3min
Struggles and Relationships
12:40 • 18min
Navigating Moral Ambiguity
30:49 • 14min
Exploring the Penguin's Journey
45:05 • 15min
The Art of Costume and Character Dynamics
01:00:29 • 9min
Struggles for Power and Parental Approval
01:09:47 • 2min