WHY SCRIPTED DRAMA IN AUSTRALIA IS SO IMPORTANT

On this episode I have Samantha Strauss, who is a writer and Executive Producer of some of Australia’s most compelling scripted drama. Sam has just finished working with Nicole Kidman and Melissa McCarthy on the up coming TV series Nine Perfect Strangers - which is the next Liane Moriarty book being adapted to the small screen. I mean imagine working with Nicole but also writing alongside David E Kelly with source material from an author like Moriarty. Today we are focusing on 'The End' which is currently on Foxtel and if you haven’t had a chance to see it - this show is a comedy drama that handles death in a way we have never really seen before. It sounds bleak but I am telling you it is simply some of the most original content that I have ever seen and deserves you as the audience to take a look. It stars Frances O'Conner, Noni Hazelhurst and British actress Harriet Walter. Set on the Gold Coast… A little CONTENT WARNING: This podcast does mention some themes and may be triggering for some listeners. If you need urgent help, please contact Lifeline 13 11 14 or head to the website www.lifeline.org.au Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.