Choose 3 of the first 6 questions below and answer with at least a full paragraph. Question #7 is mandatory and must also be answered.
1) How does the show INSECURE best represent the HBO Comedy brand? Please explain why.
2) As we’ve discussed, INSECURE as a show is one of a kind. From your perspective, what is the legacy of the show’s success and how might this impact trends in television looking forward?
3) Pick a character from INSECURE that is a good example of a successful and satisfying character arc over the course of a season and explain why.
4) You probably entered this class having a favorite comedy show of all time. Other than INSECURE, describe how the information you’ve received in this class thus far has
altered your perception of that show.
5) You have settled on your logline for your final project. Based on our class discussions and guest speakers so far, describe some takeaways and considerations you are keeping in mind as you work on developing your idea for a TV show.
6) In this class so far, you have learned about generating ideas, pitching, producing and developing for television. From these disciplines, which one has been the most eye-
opening in terms of what you perceived before class start and what you now know?
Explain why.
7) The director Sidney Lumet says that as he begins a project, he needs to decide “What is the movie about?” Thinking about the creative people we’ve heard from and your own viewing — What is your answer for INSECURE? Explain why.
The most successful answers use specific examples and draw connections between our guest speakers and moments within the show. Be thorough and creative. Each answer is worth 5 points, and this exam makes up 25% of your grade
