I agree so many people loved the episode and felt it was all earned, the goal in this post was to look at how the writing of the episode maybe have left as many viewers as angry as it did. Not to say they were right, or wrong for having that reaction. Just to consider the reasons from a screenwriting perspective.

I tend to disagree with the point that people only want feedback from other people in the arena. Some filmmakers or creatives want input from audiences who aren't creative. Entertaining, as a pursuit, isn't just about entertaining ourselves. Or other creators. But that's my opinion. As a screenwriter I found it very hard to take seriously some of the opinions from other creators I was supposed to, but feedback from audiences who saw my work was always invaluable. To me, of course.

Great point- I didn't consider that we'll make note.

I think it's belittling to those behind the camera on countless projects each year to suggest that validation in this craft only comes through televised awards shows.

Thank you so much, it was a lengthy Q&A he did prior to the film, and I took the best notes I could and tried to get this up quickly and accurately to the event and what he said. The Russo Brothers question was a great one, it was about the lenses, stabilizer and other gear he used associated with the iPhone on High Flying Bird. I very much WISH I had gotten it all down but he rapid fired the answer and I wouldn't want to misrepresent that information, and I know our readers are very aware and interested in such things so it would be bad to get it even a little wrong. I wish I had the answer.

Thanks for pointing these out. We wanted to get this one up quickly, and we didn't copy edit it properly. I appreciate your candor and your input. I take this to heart, and respect the place it is coming from. Thank you for being a good reader, and being honest in your feedback.

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