Decoder with Nilay Patel Recode Decode: Ryan Murphy
May 1, 2020
Ryan Murphy, the renowned TV producer behind hits like Glee and American Horror Story, delves into his new Netflix miniseries, Hollywood, which reimagines postwar cinema through a lens of inclusivity. He shares insights on how shows have fostered LGBT acceptance and compares his experiences at Netflix versus traditional networks. Murphy also discusses the evolution of representation in media, the impact of COVID-19 on entertainment, and reflects on his youthful defiance during a road trip to New York in the 80s.
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Unruly Intern
- Ryan Murphy and Kara Swisher reminisce about their time as interns at the Washington Post.
- Murphy was known for pushing boundaries and challenging the status quo.
Golden Age Obsessions
- Murphy discusses his fascination with Hollywood Golden Age figures like Anna May Wong and Hattie McDaniel.
- He attributes this to their shared experience of being marginalized by the industry.
Rock Hudson's Influence
- Murphy shares a personal anecdote about Rock Hudson's impact.
- Seeing a successful, albeit closeted, gay actor gave young Murphy a sense of possibility.
