Netflix & Deadline's 'The Visionaries' Event: TV Creators Discuss Their Creative Process
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Katie Campione
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Summary
Netflix and Deadline hosted "The Visionaries" event where top TV creators discussed their creative processes. Jack Thorne, who adapted Lord of the Flies into a limited series, shared insights about starting from a blank page. The article covers conversations with creators behind Netflix's buzziest series, revealing their workflows from initial concept through post-production.
Key quotes
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