Stephen Merchant on creating The Office, how to write great comedy, and one very important omelette
Stephen Merchant shares his journey into film and most inspiring cinema going moments on the all new BIFA Podcast, supported by Kia. If you want to learn how to write comedy, break into TV writing, or understand the craft of comedy filmmaking, this episode is for you. We cover:
- How to use specificity in comedy writing
- Sitcom vs comedy drama — what writers need to know
- Writing a slow-burn romance that works on screen
- The origins of The Office and lessons for writers
- TV writing in the streaming age
- Writing for TV vs Film — key differences
- The rise and fall of the blockbuster…
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