David Morrissey on 'Gone' and 'Tip Toe': Gut Instinct Over Formulas in TV Crime Drama
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Simon Button
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Summary
British actor David Morrissey discusses his role in ITV's thriller "Gone" and the series "Tip Toe" at the Monte-Carlo Television Festival. He emphasizes relying on gut instinct rather than formulas for creating compelling TV crime shows, noting that connecting personally with characters is key. Morrissey admits he doesn't think about the audience during production but hopes for their approval once the show is released.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledBut once you push the boat out of the harbor you're just praying and hoping that people like it.
But you have to care about the people. They have to connect with you personally and once that happens there's a magic thing.
It's like you'll make a souffle 14 times and then one time it doesn't rise.
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