"The cheesy answer is actually sort of the most sincere, which is write for yourself." - Damon Lindelof
Damon Lindelof is one of Hollywood's most successful fanboys. Co-creator of the hit series, Lost, he is also one of the producers charged with re-envisioning the Star Trek franchise in a new motion picture featuring the original crew of the Enterprise. In this one-on-one interview, Lindelof discusses the challenges of writing for an ensemble cast, the pressures of keeping a TV series fresh, and the need to please both his fans and himself.
Series Description
THE WRITE ENVIRONMENT is a compelling new series that takes us backstage into the here-to unseen world of the writer's room for an intimate one-on-one interview with some of today's most prolific writers. In these in-depth interviews we take a rare look at these diverse writers and uncover what inspires them. From that first idea to the finished script, the writers share their views and stories as we examine their successes, failures and everything in between. As entertaining as it is informative, this series will be of value to fledgling writers and seasoned pros alike as Hollywood's most successful writers reminisce about their careers and discuss their craft.