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“Half of a broadcast show, in my experience, is things happening, and the other half is people talking about how they feel about the things that happened. And so there's this sense of everyone saying their subtext out loud.”

Quote by Noah Hawley

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Noah Hawley is an American television producer known for his unique storytelling style and profound portrayal of complex character relationships. Born in 1967, he has been involved in the television industry since the early 2000s, gaining widespread recognition for his works such as 'Fargo'. more

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