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Published May 17, 2018

What to Expect From 'Deadpool 2'? Plus: 'Lord of the Rings' and 'Westworld' | The Watch (Ep. 258)

Dive into the allure of adaptations as Chris Ryan and David Shoemaker probe the upcoming 'Lord of the Rings' series on young Aragorn, ponder the cultural imprint of 'Deadpool 2' on the superhero movie landscape, and unravel the intricate narrative art of 'Westworld.'
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  • Storytelling

    The narrative techniques in Westworld challenge traditional storytelling by creating a complex and immersive experience. and discuss how the show uses non-linear storytelling and multiple timelines to keep viewers engaged and guessing 1. This approach allows the audience to piece together the story like a puzzle, as Chris notes, "We're going to take the test. We're going to, like, try to answer these questions" 2. The show's creators have intentionally obscured certain elements, making the audience question basic narrative functions like time and place 3.

       

    Characters

    Character dynamics in Westworld are intricately woven, with robots and humans both playing pivotal roles. highlights how the hosts, initially intriguing as they discovered consciousness, have taken a backseat to the more complex human characters 4. This shift allows for deeper exploration of human motivations and moral dilemmas. The show also employs unreliable narrators, adding layers of mystery and complexity to the characters' journeys 5. As David puts it, "The showrunners are the real unreliable narrators because you don't know if this were, if this were like, if this show was being run by someone who had done it before, I feel like you would feel more confident" 5.

       

    Fanbase

    Westworld fosters a unique relationship with its fanbase, engaging them in a form of crowdsourced storytelling. and discuss how the show's creators play with audience expectations, sometimes subverting them to enhance the viewing experience 6. This interaction creates a dynamic where fans feel like active participants in the narrative. Chris notes, "There's 1000% relationship between the Westworld fan base and the Westworld creative energy" 6. This engagement is part of a broader trend where fans embrace their inner nerd, enjoying the self-aware humor and complexity of shows like Westworld 7.

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