A Conversation with Rian Johnson

On Story gives viewers an inside look at the creative process behind some of our most popular and beloved movies and television shows. All episodes feature recorded conversations between acclaimed and award-winning screenwriters, TV creators, and filmmakers from the Austin Film Festival's annual conference and year round events.

Season 15 Episode 15 | 26m 47s | CC

This week on On Story, we’re joined by celebrated writing, producer, and director Rian Johnson for deep-dive into this genre-bending filmmaking career. Johnson discusses his creative process behind the Knives Out franchise and the art of molding a great mystery.

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