The Writers Panel Family Men: Masters of the Family Sitcom
Sep 22, 2015
Norman Lear, Phil Rosenthal, and Steve Levitan discuss their experiences in creating iconic family sitcoms, winning Emmy Awards, the process of writing and performing for multi-cam and cinematic productions, and taking creative risks in storytelling. They also emphasize the importance of sticking to one's creative vision, creating inclusive writers' rooms, and working with Norman Lear on theme songs. A delightful conversation filled with humor and insights into the world of family sitcoms.
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Introduction
00:00 • 6min
The Emotions of Being Nominated and Winning an Emmy Award
05:38 • 4min
Discovering Comedy and Getting Paid
09:24 • 23min
Hearing Aids, Shirt Pockets, and the Writers Room
32:38 • 2min
Writing Sitcom Scripts and Performing in Multi-Cam vs. Cinematic Productions
34:30 • 26min
Sticking to Your Guns
01:00:45 • 12min
Taking Chances and Pushing Boundaries
01:12:22 • 21min
Creating Inclusive and Funny Writers' Rooms
01:32:55 • 5min
Working with Norman and Writing a Theme Song
01:38:10 • 5min