The Q&A with Jeff Goldsmith Echo 3 Q&A - Mark Boal - (S1 eps 1-5 )
Dec 25, 2022
Mark Boal, creator and lead writer of Echo 3, discusses the making and origins of the show, the process of revealing the main character's affiliation and identity, supporting independent film journalism, the filming process and casting, introducing a new character named Tommy, challenges in writing and cut scenes, and future projects.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Lessons Learned and Origins
02:52 • 20min
Revealing Affiliation and Identity
23:18 • 18min
Supporting Independent Film Journalism and Mark Boal's Directorial Debut
41:33 • 4min
Filming Process, Cameras, and Casting Franca Potente
45:57 • 2min
Introducing Tommy: The Executioner
47:55 • 8min
Cut Scenes and Tough Writing Moments
55:48 • 2min
Challenges, Loose Ends, and Future Projects
57:47 • 4min