Save ‘Underground,’ And Don’t Piss Off David Simon — The Week in Showrunner Tweets
One fascinating aspect of today’s media landscape is that many creators and executive producers enjoy using Twitter to engage with their audiences, share behind-the-scenes information about their shows, chat about politics, and otherwise communicate about what matters to them. So, each week, we’ll compile some of our favorite exchanges representing the wide variety of discourse seen on social media.
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This week: “BoJack Horseman” reveals its FYC campaign (and it’s pretty great), while “Underground” fights for a new home and showrunners celebrate Jessica Chastain.
#UndergroundOnNetflix
The disappointing news that WGN America will not be green-lighting a third season of “Underground” led to social media calls for other services and networks to pick up the series.
One person who thinks that sounds like a great idea? “Dear White People” creator Justin Simien, who even made sure to tag “Underground” co-creator Misha Green:
"You got to be intentional with your aim, cause He will provide!" #UndergroundOnNETFLIX pic.twitter.com/evOmybHTNy
— Aisha Hinds (@AishaHinds) May 31, 2017
https://twitter.com/JSim07/status/870015032553119745
Speaking of Netflix, This Is One Sitcom Taping Worth Considering
“One Day At A Time” Season 1 was one of the year’s unexpected multi-camera gems — it’s certainly the best multi-camera sitcom on Netflix. And now a second season is in production; if you’re in Los Angeles, as we learn from executive producer Gloria Calderon Kellett below, this is your chance to see the talented cast in person. We’re talking about Rita freakin’ Moreno, y’all.
We start taping @OneDayAtATime THIS WEEK! Come on out and see a live taping! https://t.co/tEXnooljac pic.twitter.com/lsVvHKiqpo
— ♥ Gloria Calderón Kellett ♥ (@everythingloria) May 30, 2017
This… Would Have Been Something To See
In response to this query:
Please quote tweet with your all time favorite theater going movie experience
— AK Lingus (@aklingus) May 28, 2017
“Father Ted” and “IT Crowd” producer Graham Linehan came up with this:
Didn't see it for obvious reasons, but I remember seeing advertised a 'mother and baby screening' of 'Vera Drake'. https://t.co/6Oe9aAeTtF
— Graham Linehan (@Glinner) May 29, 2017
“Vera Drake,” in case you forgot, was the 2004 abortion drama starring Imelda Staunton. Yikes.
Everyone In This Tweet Rocks
As retweeted by “Queen Sugar” showrunner Ava DuVernay:
Once again, shout out these inspirational women of colour – they are the change we wanna see https://t.co/Q6FL3Ulw6x
— Riz Ahmed (@rizwanahmed) May 29, 2017
The Set of “Catastrophe” Sounds Like a Very Classy Place
Though perhaps one of the things that we love best about the Amazon comedy co-created by Sharon Horgan and Rob Delaney is that the two stars keep it real…
https://twitter.com/lifehacks/status/869184113281990656
.@robdelaney some good news https://t.co/gB5LbPa0Vs
— Sharon Horgan (@SharonHorgan) May 29, 2017
…maybe a little too real.
“The Compassionate Wake-Up Slap”
“The Magicians” showrunner Sera Gamble was truly struck by this comment by David Lynch in the latest issue of “Entertainment Weekly” (mild spoiler for Episode 4 of “Twin Peaks” Season 3):
"Change their hearts or die." I just love this line from @LynchFoundation in the latest @EW. King of the compassionate wake-up slap. pic.twitter.com/AUDLNkH3jQ
— Sera Gamble (@serathegamble) May 29, 2017
Sorry, Timothy
This week, in “cast members admitting their feelings were hurt on Twitter who showrunner Dave Mandel later retweets”…
https://twitter.com/timothycsimons/status/869023778994397184
David Simon, Spitting Fire Once Again
In response to this charming young man on Twitter:
https://twitter.com/dishonest_press/status/869239947810795520
“The Wire” and “Treme” executive producer David Simon had the following retort:
I haven't been yet been able to create a drama out of empty, hyperbolic, two-dimensional internet trolls, but then, who has? Blocked. https://t.co/EGsXOuVoUw
— David Simon (@AoDespair) May 29, 2017
As one reply noted:
https://twitter.com/aiko4386/status/869267682436280323
This Sounds Like a Valuable Public Service
“The Mindy Project” creator Mindy Kaling has a request:
https://twitter.com/mindykaling/status/869280915704266752
https://twitter.com/mindykaling/status/869281237092843521
This is indeed a valuable skill set — because trust us, “The Keepers” is not. easy. to. watch.
Still friends with all these folks. And @JohnCMcGinley and @ranwins and everyone who worked there with me. Also, I barely look fat. https://t.co/Q8cMtl5kAv
— Bill Lawrence (@VDOOZER) May 29, 2017
Everyone Loves Jessica Chastain
As previously reported by IndieWire, the star and Cannes jury member spoke passionately about the poor portrayal of women in film during a press conference — words which resonated with more than one female creator.
On the jury at Cannes, had the platform to say whatever she wanted, and spoke her truth! https://t.co/xYxvh8Y31p
— Mindy Kaling (@mindykaling) May 30, 2017
FUCK YAH, @jes_chastain https://t.co/8frRS9TVwv
— Marti Pens Down Noxon (@martinoxon) May 30, 2017
And she loves everyone right back.
— Ava DuVernay (@ava) May 31, 2017
Wood-iacs? Woodphiles
Guys – it might be time to start making a #ZachWoods fan name. Thoughts? #PlayingHouseUSA pic.twitter.com/yubj9u9sV0
— Playing House (@PlayingHouseUSA) May 30, 2017
Like a fine wine, this tall weirdo gets better every year. Amiright ladies? #ZachWoods is also an improv genius FYI @PlayingHouseUSA https://t.co/nfKwuXCgVP
— Jessica St. Clair (@Jessica_StClair) May 30, 2017
We could have gone further, trying to come up with names for Zach Woods enthusiasts. But it felt like a dangerous path.
We Are Cautiously Optimistic
In times like these, “Transparent” creator Jill Soloway just won’t give up. (Though she might seek some help.)
https://twitter.com/jillsoloway/status/869997401062256641
Best. Emmys. Campaign. Ever.
And finally, “BoJack Horseman” really knows how to say “for your consideration.”
THRILLED we were able to get a seahorse baby's penis on a giant billboard for commuting Angelenos to look at while stuck in morning traffic. pic.twitter.com/tW2XBFVmVA
— Raphael Bob-Waksberg (@RaphaelBW) May 30, 2017
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