The Gist Poker Face Goes To Interesting Places
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Jul 11, 2025 Tony Tost, the showrunner for Poker Face, delves into the art of blending genre storytelling with poetic depth. He discusses the compelling mysteries of the show, addressing why strong female characters are often put in violent situations. Tost also explores the struggle of modern Westerns in Hollywood, highlighting missed opportunities despite their inherent charm. The conversation cleverly connects storytelling dynamics, cultural representation, and the industry’s biases against rural narratives, all while teasing what's to come in his own projects.
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Poker Face's Core Mystery Appeal
- Poker Face's core appeal is its smart, tight mysteries with inventive murders.
- The show relies on the lead character's supernatural 'bullshit detector' to solve crimes uniquely.
Evolving the Bullshit Detector
- The bullshit detector ability is a core but flexible tool in solving mysteries.
- The writers vary how it manifests to keep stories fresh without repeating the same solution.
Truth Versus Politeness
- Cultural differences in truth impact how lies may be perceived in Poker Face.
- Polite utterances often technically lie but serve as social formalities, challenging Charlie's ability.