Love, Death & Robots Director Vitaliy Shushko On How To Get A Project On Netflix, Favourite Anime + Much More | 243

"I pitched my show without even a script" - Vitaliy Shushko

Summary 

In this episode, Ed interviews Vitaliy Shushko, an accomplished animator and director known for his work on X-Story and Blind Spot from Love, Death & Robots. Vitaliy shares his journey into animation, the challenges he faced, and the importance of finishing projects. He discusses the creative process behind his works, character development, and the significance of community and networking in the industry. The conversation also delves into his experiences pitching to Netflix and collaborating with renowned figures like Tim Miller. 

This was an incredible podcast, packed with industry insights, animation, anime and skills needed to thrive in the animation industry. Of course, we also speak on Vitaliy’s love for anime also reflecting on the impact of series such as Naruto and One Piece, as well as talking about games such as Mortal Kombat and Bruce Lee. 

 

Discussion Points

•  Introduction to Vitaliy Shushko
•  Vitaliy Talks About How His First Animation X-Story
•  Discussion On Character Development and Storytelling
•  The Role of Community and Networking
•  Pitching Blind Spot to Tim Miller For Love, Death & Robots
•  Collaboration with Netflix
•  The Joy of Story Development
•  Influences and Emotional Impact of Animation
•  The Impact of Legendary Anime and Manga Creators
•  The Impact of Anime on Vitaliy’s Personal Growth
•  Crafting Your Skills as an Artist
• Anime's Originality vs. Western Franchises
•  How Mortal Kombat Was His Childhood Obsession
•  Bruce Lee's Legacy in Film and Martial Arts

 

Vitaliy's Work

• Watch X-Story Here 
• Watch Blind Spot On Netflix Love, Death Robots

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