Hiro Murai - 'Widow's Bay'
Summary
Host Scott Feinberg interviews filmmaker Hiro Murai, discussing his journey from music videos to directing acclaimed series like *Atlanta*, *The Bear*, and *Widow’s Bay*. They explore his long-standing collaboration with Donald Glover, the visual language of *This Is America*, and how Murai’s immigrant background informs his unique, surreal storytelling style.
Topics discussed
Introduction and guest biography
Early life in Japan and move to the US
Breakthrough with Odd Future and Frank Ocean
Collaboration with Donald Glover on 'This Is America'
Creating the TV series 'Atlanta'
Directing 'This Is America' and its themes
Directing episodes of 'Barry'
Executive producing 'The Bear'
Developing and directing 'Widow's Bay'
Future projects and closing remarks
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