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Post by Luigi on May 19, 2024 20:44:22 GMT
Absurd Ventures & QCODE Present
Andrew Lincoln as Dr. Mark Tyburn Shamier Anderson as Kurt Fischer Paterson Joseph as NigelDave Rain Spencer as Daisy Tyburn
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Post by Luigi on May 19, 2024 20:46:07 GMT
TRANSCRIPT OF THE TRAILER BELOW
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Post by Luigi on May 19, 2024 22:11:18 GMT
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Post by Luigi on May 21, 2024 14:57:43 GMT
I believe this youtube channel belongs to "The Absurd Report" whom has published a decent analysis of the trailer.
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Post by Luigi on Jun 4, 2024 12:07:21 GMT
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Post by Kris194 on Jun 9, 2024 8:06:18 GMT
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Post by Luigi on Jun 9, 2024 14:18:11 GMT
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Post by Luigi on Jun 10, 2024 13:32:00 GMT
OUT NOW lnk.to/abetterparadiseI'll try do an analysis ASAP if no one here beats me to it or is able to provide one.
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Post by lovefistguy12 on Jun 10, 2024 20:49:58 GMT
OUT NOW lnk.to/abetterparadiseI'll try do an analysis ASAP if no one here beats me to it or is able to provide one. The format is super interesting. It didn’t dawn on me until halfway through the 2nd episode that the story is unveiled through the characters’ thoughts (with the exception of “It”). The eyes that were referenced really make me think this is the same universe as MindsEye.
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Post by Luigi on Jun 17, 2024 13:00:03 GMT
A new episode has dropped today! Im still trying to dig deep and find the motivation to re sit the first 2 episodes with an analytical ear. I couldn't unhear Utropia and New world references, I also laughed out loud at the reveal the "game" tyburn made was literally "Daisys ARC". It always feels like im missing a key bit of info when those patterns become apparent.
I've seen speculation that some of the events mirror Dans real life so we'll have a look at the transcripts with that in mind.
On transcripts APPLE removed them at the time of writing but The Absurd Report has shared 2 AI assisted transcripts.
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Post by lovefistguy12 on Jun 17, 2024 13:12:45 GMT
Something that I’m going to need to look at when I re-listen is the unusual lack of contractions in the dialogue. Nothing sounds more unnatural than Daisy saying “could not”. Then the way she pronounced narcissist.
I remember reading an interview where Lazlow said something about it being difficult to direct how the characters would sound at different times in the story. I wonder if there are multiple versions of characters - like a human Kurt and a generated Kurt.
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Post by Luigi on Jun 17, 2024 13:51:38 GMT
Some interesting details that seem to draw from Dan's own life experiences, especially his time at Rockstar Games. Here are some thoughts and observations I had, not quite the deep dive i wanted to do but time is the enemy especially with the Builders Beta coming up:
Authority and Control: The interrogation scene with Maria and Yaroslav reflects intense authority and control, a recurring theme in Dan's previous work. The aggressive questioning and manipulation feel drawn from the high-stakes corporate environment Dan navigated at Rockstar.
The narrative dives into hacking and tech. Tyburn Utopias and the failed game project could stem from Dan's firsthand experiences with the challenges of game development or be some smack talk for the benz
Cultural Commentary: The dialogues, especially Nigeldave’s rant and Kurt's introspective monologue, offer a critique of modern societal values, particularly around tech and success. This type of critique is common in Dan's work, reflecting his views shaped by his time at Rockstar.
Corporate Culture and Personal Struggles: Kurt’s internal conflict about his role at Tyburn Industria and his struggle with his self-worth and motivations reflect possible personal struggles Dan faced at Rockstar. Kurt’s line about unlocking hell upon the world for money speaks to a deep personal discontent and introspection.
The chaotic, high-pressure environment at Tyburn Industria depicted in the episodes parallels the intense environment at Rockstar Games. Discussions about neural implants and advanced AI projects at Tyburn seem like exaggerated reflections of cutting-edge game development.
Character Interactions and Dynamics: The interactions among characters, especially between Kurt and Mark Tyburn, reveal power dynamics and leadership challenges that potentially mirror Dan’s experiences with leadership. The task of balancing innovation with marketability is a challenge Dan will likely have faced at Rockstar games.
Themes of Digital Worlds and Human Nature: Both series explore themes of digital escapism, the impact of technology on society, and the darker aspects of human nature, showing common ground in Dan's and Leslie’s experiences and perspectives. The concept of Tyburn Utopias in Dan’s work is similar to the ambitious, world-building efforts in "EVERYWHERE." Additionally MindsEye promises to have similar themes of corporate sci fi drama.
Dan Houser's "A Better Paradise" seems to draw heavily from his life experiences, especially those from his time at Rockstar Games. The transcripts from the first two episodes reveal an introspective narrative filled with critique, satire, and reflections on power, control, and the tech industry. The similarities in language and themes with Leslie Benzies' "EVERYWHERE" also suggest a shared influence and possibly a collaborative reflection on their journeys in the gaming industry.
*Written with the assistance of chatgpt
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Post by lovefistguy12 on Jun 24, 2024 12:41:04 GMT
Are transcripts generated automatically, or does AV put them out? Attachments:
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Post by Luigi on Jun 25, 2024 0:12:49 GMT
Are transcripts generated automatically, or does AV put them out? Ill have to verify that one haha but the apple source is usually from the uploader AFAIK (the record labels provide lyrics in that context so im assuming based on that.)
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Post by lovefistguy12 on Jul 17, 2024 3:19:50 GMT
I started reading “To the Lighthouse” by Virginia Woolf after it was mentioned in Ep 6, and this quote gave me P vibes:
“Still, if every door in a house is left perpetually open, and no lockmaker in the whole of Scotland can mend a bolt, things must spoil.”
Aside from that, I want to make a timeline of all the events in the series, as well as connections between characters. Shane O’Leary, our blotchy, ginger-haired Scot should be important. Unless this is being done elsewhere?
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