Published Oct 24, 2016

Recode Decode: 'Mr. Robot' creator Sam Esmail

Sam Esmail, creator of 'Mr. Robot,' discusses the evolution of media through tech innovations, the need for authentic hacker portrayals, and his journey from film script to transformative TV series, highlighting the impact of authentic storytelling and immersive experiences.

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Recode Decode: 'Mr. Robot' creator Sam Esmail

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From Script to Screen

Anger and Hope

Hacking Hollywood's Future

From Script to Screen

Finding the Right Actor

Hacking Consequences

Tech and Humanity

Interactive Storytelling Evolution

Hollywood and Technology

Casting Choices

Hollywood's Tech Fear

Long-Form Storytelling

Early Tech Fascination

Tech Meets Film

Startup Dreams

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Future of Entertainment

Hacker Culture and Technology

Creating Mr. Robot

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Recode Decode: 'Mr. Robot' creator Sam Esmail

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Future of EntertainmentSam Esmail explores the evolving landscape of media as tech giants like Google and Amazon redefine the industry. He emphasizes the importance of interactive storytelling and the potential of new technologies to create immersive experiences.

Future of Entertainment

Hacker Culture and TechnologySam Esmail critiques Hollywood's clichéd portrayal of hackers, advocating for more authentic representations. He explores the hacker mentality, focusing on human flaws and emotional journeys rather than just technological exploits.

Hacker Culture and Technology

Creating Mr. RobotSam Esmail, creator of 'Mr. Robot,' discusses the show's evolution from a feature film script to a groundbreaking TV series. He emphasizes the importance of authentic storytelling and innovative casting in capturing the complexities of hacker culture.

Creating Mr. Robot

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