Listen to the creator of True Detective, Nic Pizzolatto, break down how he wrote the hit TV show in this video essay. He talks about writing realistic, deep characters and having deep philosophical conversations in the midst of a crime scene.

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True Detective is an American anthology crime drama television series created and written by Nic Pizzolatto. The series, broadcast by the premium cable network HBO in the United States, premiered on January 12, 2014. Each season of the series is structured as a self-contained narrative, employing new cast ensembles, and following various sets of characters and settings.

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Drama Master Class: Nic Pizzolatto, Creator of True Detective
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