Bezos boiled it down: “Look, I know what it takes to make a great show. This should not be that hard. All of these iconic shows have basic things in common.” And off the top of his head, displaying his characteristic ability to shift disciplines multiple times a day, then reduce complex issues down to their most essential essence, he started to reel off the ingredients of epic storytelling: A heroic protagonist who experiences growth and change A compelling antagonist Wish fulfillment (e.g., the protagonist has hidden abilities, such as superpowers or magic) Moral choices Diverse worldbuilding
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