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The Beast in Me starring CLAIRE DANES - Behind the Scenes w/ HOWARD GORDON & DANIEL PEARLE

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Daniel Pearl describes the strange, non-sexual attraction between Claire Danes and Matthew Rhys's characters.
Howard Gordon and Daniel Pearl discuss their new Netflix thriller 'The Beast in Me,' exploring themes of obsession, grief, and moral ambiguity through the lens of a grieving mother and her suspicious neighbor. They delve into the creative challenges of writing psychopaths, the show's atmospheric tension, and broader reflections on storytelling in the age of AI.

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A sharp conversation about obsession, privilege, and the character pressure behind the drama.

The conversation traces obsession, guilt, and the thin line between predator and victim, while Howard Gordon and Daniel Pearl connect class, privilege, and private damage to the drama.

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You want a slow-burn conversation about obsession, guilt, and the thin line between predator and victim.

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