How I Wrote The Office

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Ever wonder how they wrote the hit NBC show The Office? Hear from Greg Daniels, Michael Schur, B. J. Novak, and Mindy Kaling about their experiences in the writers' room and how they created one of the best TV shows in history.
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The Office is an American television sitcom that aired on NBC from March 24, 2005, to May 16, 2013, lasting nine seasons. It is an adaptation of the original BBC series of the same name and was adapted for American television by Greg Daniels, a veteran writer for Saturday Night Live, King of the Hill, and The Simpsons.
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[@BehindtheCurtain]

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[@TheButter202]

Behind the Curtain why is this video called how “I” wrote the office when you had nothing to do with it? Shouldn’t it be “how THEY wrote the office”?

[@Elena-hv3lk]

I would literally watch a three hour documentary of the writers analyzing and explaining everything about The Office

[@marieclaire911]

check out the Office Ladies podcast.

[@matthewsawczyn6592]

I'd watch a documentary split over 9 seasons, if one happened to exist

[@henkdachief]

i just clicked on this video to say how much the office sucks dick

[@Elena-hv3lk]

@@henkdachief huh interesting life choice, I mean ig quarantine is getting to the best of us

[@JETBLASTIX]

I'd watch 48 hours worth.

[@landonny]

BJ Novak's description of the humor of the office being a byproduct of what's actually happening, just like a kid that doesn't know he is cute vs. a kid that knows he's cute is perfectly correct.

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Yes! My mind was blown!

[@Dylan_Thomas1]

This is something I've always noticed, if I'm understanding it correctly. A lot of shows fizzle out for me because I get the sense that they know why people like them and they're now writing with that in mind. It's feels more subtle than self consciousness even though that probably what it literally is. Like a great show has to know why it's funny, but be written as if the audience isn't required at all for it to be.

[@ChristopherSpesert]

@Garvin Ferrer This comment is underrated.

[@demossel5409]

Yes, the only thing that bothers me about it, is that for example arrested developement is definately the kind of kid who knows hes cute but it's still hilarious, albeit in a very different way...

[@ShyTendencies]

@@demossel5409 he wasn't saying the kid who knows it can't be funny/cute, it just wasn't what they were going for

[@ryuk65]

I like that a lot. "You're not better than the audience; it's for the audience."

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Agreed! I loved that. It's a good thing to keep in mind.

[@AshlarPhoenix]

‘You’re not *smarter* than the audience - it’s for the audience” But yeah, great line... Truth.

[@brebytheway]

me too! also I feel like the audience plays such a huge part in how we actually view the story. Since they're coming at it with completely fresh eyes and seeing only the final product, they're going to have the freedom to read into things and see really amazing things that no one in production did. In a way, they're creators of the show as well

[@ryuk65]

@@AshlarPhoenix yeah, my teachers said I always have trouble double checking my work.

[@TMthe33rd]

That's why this show is the best TV show ever

[@bot_jonah]

The Office is the kid that doesn't know he did something cute...I love that metaphor so much!

[@davyjonessmallesttentacle]

great metaphor

[@bladimadrigal9221]

"what if Jim & Pam get divorced".. wait that's illegal

[@herthaberlin9789]

@Holden Mcgroine What ist the name of this show?

[@alyssab1390]

@@herthaberlin9789 i believe they're referencing an NBC show called "About a Boy" im not totally sure bc it's kinda a vague description, but seems vvv accurate

[@DarrenSemotiuk]

It's because Dwight went to the moon -- and Jim, acknowledging his deep friendship, wants to go bring him back but Pam disagrees...

[@alexgqh]

I like how it was in the same league of implausibility as "what if Dwight goes to the moon?"

[@arthuralpaca]

i'm sure it's on the constitution, it can not happen

[@noahboah9449]

"what if jim and pam got divorced" NO

[@MarcAnthem]

Jim deserves better than Pam despite how much he loves her. Pam was pretty selfish and did some shitty stuff over the series

[@fuzzybacca4997]

@@MarcAnthem I don't remember pam ever doing anything shitty

[@MarcAnthem]

@@fuzzybacca4997 she strung Jim along forever and kissed another dude while she was engaged. her priorities were always first. She keeps him from working for that company he and Darrel started but she left to go to art school.

[@fuzzybacca4997]

@@MarcAnthem she was engaged that was her whole life because she knew and loved Roy's family and vise versa ( at least there's nothing to indicate she didn't) she didn't want to throw away her whole life for someone she didn't even know for sure if he loved her the kiss wasn't a sexual one it was love that had been brewing for two years does that make it okay? No not exactly but she wasn't doing it for any selfish reason she did because she was in love with Jim And in regards to Jim's company pam said she wouldn't't go to art school if she and Jim had a family and she let him start the company to see if it would work but at the end of the day the family didn't work without him so she wanted him back and Jim realizes this which is why he hugs her and she of course forgives him because she loves him

[@MarcAnthem]

@@fuzzybacca4997 being engaged and kissing another dude, regardless of how you feel about the reasoning why, is just a shitty thing to do. Roy was a dumbass but didn't deserve that. Jim deserved to get a beating tbh

[@jquintero1192]

I just wanna know who the genius was that wrote the scene, where Kevin drops his huge vat of chili after working all night😂😂😂😂

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Same lol

[@charles67198]

La Empolvada omg his attempt to scoop it back into the pot😂😂😂

[@Nimmo1492]

That scene breaks my heart more than any other in the series.

[@javiole1712]

Maybe i'm totally wrong, but i'm almost sure i read it was written by the actor himself.

[@saltyninja]

um, kevin drops his chili is funny but...it isn't exactly a genius concept to have thought of lmao

[@CarnivorousCowMan]

This show seriously got me through some BAD times, and I’m really touched that it’s because the writers WANTED it that way. Like they were so passionate and motivated and effective with their art, and with the intention to do something for the audience. I’m really grateful. No wonder The Office was such a cultural phenomenon.

[@JPMJPM]

I literally keep it on a loop when I’m suicidal. It’s the ONLY thing that helps (that isn’t clonazepam).

[@edenbenson3782]

You put it into words

[@SydneyEuphoria]

I would pay to listen to BJ Novak explain the entire series one episode at a time

[@squidwardo7074]

I don't think he could remember or would even have notes of every single episode from almost 10 years ago.

[@kimberlyoram2765]

Coming in 7months later with info you may or may not know: Jenna Fischer & Angela are doing a podcast that does this exactly. It's called Office Ladies.

[@the_imm8rtal_1]

@@kimberlyoram2765 that's not the same thing though. BJ was one of the writers and actors, so he probably had more to offer than Fischer and Kinsey. I guess you can say that BJ is in charge of every department of the production team on all movie sets of America. In the end, doesn't he decide who the director is?

[@LikeWhatYouLikeMusic]

Composing interviews like this is great. I feel like I am actually getting credible insight. No shade to Nerdwriter, vox or the like. Hearing it directly from the writing staff themselves is more compelling. Thanks for the work you put in to this.

[@BehindtheCurtain]

This is really encouraging to hear. I love to listen to writers talk about their creative process, but finding quality podcasts/interviews is so difficult sometimes. This is meant to take the style of the video essay and condense all of the value of these interviews into one video. I've learned a lot from people like Lessons from the Screenplay and Every Frame a Painting, but I think what's been lacking in this space is an easily digestible way to hear from the professionals. It's good to see that other people feel the same way. Have a good one!

[@cameronc52]

@@BehindtheCurtain Also really enjoy how this isn't in the typical "video essay" format and just gets to the point. Good stuff!

[@BehindtheCurtain]

@@cameronc52 Good to hear! That's what this channel's going to focus on. :)

[@TomGeller]

Just discovered your channel and wholeheartedly agree with @Blake Correll. You've inspired me.

[@Intedujag]

tbh fuck vox though

[@notaKROOK]

This video is so much more than it appears. I thought it was gonna be another click bait listical full of basic ‘facts’ that are beyond obvious. Instead I found an insightful collection of analysis and in depth interviews from the creators about how this was so much more than a show for them. It brings a whole new level of appreciation of the show, actors, writers, producers, and the even the little guys like PAs who brought us such a genuine experience, you truly believe what you’re watching is real. The Office was an amazing show and this beautifully captured that. Well done.

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Thank you for your kind words. I appreciate that. Yes, I fell further in love with The Office by making this video. It's so beautiful.

[@davidrichey1083]

God the KGB joke was so funny I lost a lot of sleep at nights laughing to myself

[@zoogie980]

I totally forgot the joke until now and Im DYING

[@calebguerrero7627]

"...You're not smarter than the audience. " D&D from GoT should follow this advice particularly....

[@frankyace4371]

Bays and Thomas from How I Met Your Mother too

[@anthonywhitaker37]

What shows did you abriviate

[@suhaybyousif6278]

@@anthonywhitaker37 GoT = Game of Thrones, D&D are the creators.

[@mikemorgan6685]

@@anthonywhitaker37 D&D = Dumb & Dumber

[@swarupbanerjee1951]

I can hear boss music. *breaking bad enters*

[@aramisboillot5615]

Damn how did you even get this audio? Just compiling clips from all the writers? Its unbelievable content

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Lots and lots of research and finding random interviews. I have some links in the description if you want to listen to the full length interviews! Thanks for watching.

[@aramisboillot5615]

Thanks for taking the time to answer, congrats on your video blowing up

[@art-dm7su]

@@BehindtheCurtain Quite honestly this is the best video about the office I've ever seen. Awesome content, please keep doing your thing!

[@BehindtheCurtain]

@@art-dm7su I appreciate that a lot! Thank you!

[@MightyForSure]

@@BehindtheCurtain Holy shit that's amazing. I thought it was a real interview lol. Damn with this content you can probably expect a steady rise in subs You should do one of The wire. Best tv show of all time imo. Also if you want some idea tips; The shield, Oz and it's always sunny in philadelphia. Top 4 tv shows of all time! And recently I finished watching a japanese tv show called Deathnote, it's very good.

[@adan0796]

KZbin is on fire with the recomendations!

[@BehindtheCurtain]

I agree. Thanks for watching!

[@DJSbros]

The Office will always be a marvel of how far we've managed to come culturally. It's a masterpiece and is the only show that has ever made me emotional when i finished it. I teared up yo.

[@sal6186]

Strongly disagree.

[@patrickoreilly130]

same! when i finished it i was like damn.:. i’m gonna miss those guys

[@eternaljade97]

I cried like a little b**ch while watching the finale

[@tico5058]

@@sal6186 Awesome!

[@luc1330]

@@sal6186 Cool!

[@AuthenTech]

One of the best TV shows ever!

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Agreed!

[@Kevin-cy2dr]

False,its the best TV show ever.

[@MikeLeed]

“Comedy is a by product of authenticity” 8:55

[@lonewalkerproductions]

I love the subtle spin they added to Michaels character at the end of every episode, very redeeming and more of a dimension than anything else. Noticed the shift on my second watch

[@jdbhatts2912]

same. hes an obnoxious asshole throughout, but they redeem him in the last few minutes- and then the last thing you're left feeling is- well he isn't an intentional asshole. in many ways, hes lovable, and cutely funny. Its not his fault, his intentions are never bad, and they get you to sympathize with him and because michael was so much of the show, that made all the difference to the show being iconic and being forgotten.

[@jonquist7089]

"Its a thing of beauty. Its a thing of art. And it could not have happened without paper. ......................unless you had a camera" i love the "pull the rug out from underneath you" jokes too.

[@SpectraStarShooter]

So my love of this show and hearing the love and sincerity of the creatives behind is making me cry and it’s way too early in the morning for this.

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Haha the last part of the video got me emotional too when I was editing it. So good.

[@albatross7327]

another emotional earlybird here😩

[@TravisGunn]

This is the type of formatting I have wanted for such a long time. THANK YOU. You've got yourself a subscriber.

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Thank you! I love video essays, but I thought there was definitely a missing gap in the "genre" and I'm hoping to fill it with this. Analysis goes hand and hand with hearing straight from the creators themselves!

[@zyaicob]

Now You See It does some of these as well

[@BehindtheCurtain]

@@zyaicob Yeah, I recently rewatched the Dave Chappelle video and realized that it's similar. Love that guy's videos.

[@diegosza]

The writing on The Office [seasons 1-7] is extraordinarily good. Every joke is true to the characters, making every situation genuine and unique. I love it!

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Yes, exactly! Which is why it's possible to go back to almost any episode and enjoy it.

[@ChrisPage68]

@@BehindtheCurtain It was overacted.

[@kaltrex9465]

Diego Souza my fav were 1-5. Michael was a bit too jerky in 7.

[@justice7788]

I'm not sure if it's just me, but I pretty much use the Office as a crutch. I keep it on repeat, so it plays in the background for whatever I'm doing. It helps keep my mind off all of the anxiety im going through, when it comes to my day to day social encounters with other people. Somehow I fell out, and forgot how to socialize. The Office helps me not think about it, and brings me back to a time when people weren't so focused on social media. Will probably delete comment when I sober up

[@lucasgoodman2733]

Its been 7 months I hope you got over that hangover

[@rafaelmurray6870]

I guess your still drunk

[@JAIKS20]

keep drinking, let the comment stay here

[@camadeli92]

Glad you’re still here with us

[@ufufu001]

I love how The Office has apparently became a classic

[@mikemorgan6685]

definitively*

[@joshuabaker2833]

Thanks to Ricky Gervais

[@user-uo2zt3qg8t]

@@joshuabaker2833 and Stephen Merchant

[@leeimrie1992]

Something like the office is so rare. You can’t just write something like that alone, or with a team. You just have to go balls deep into the process and hope everyone is as talented as everyone involved in the office. I don’t think I’ll ever see anything match it.

[@prod.rhodamine]

honestly I love how they broke micheal off from david brent, I love the uk office, but the fact that they decided to shape and form characters into different people, and give them a largely different arc was great, love both shows

[@tuliplouart]

"what if jim and pam get divorced" i SCREAMED

[@milycres6932]

This is the best video I have ever seen - truly. As a regular (hardcore) fan my questions has always been, what makes The Office so fucking special? I knew it was the writing of course but I couldn’t really pin point it. This definitely brought me closer to the answer. Thank you!!!

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Wow, that's quite the honor. I appreciate your comment a lot. I'm glad that you found this video so valuable!

[@chrisjfox8715]

The writing is big obviously but I’d personally say that it’s the chemistry and comedic timing that counts the most

[@jotty2451]

Totally agree. The Office is untouchable and like no other. I like being able to see what went on to create such a masterpiece!

[@tims5129]

@@BehindtheCurtain I think one of the smartest extensions of the formula from the UK to the US was the making of Michael and Dwight sexually successful - despite their significant social inadequacies. They frequently win against the odds. This makes the US show much easier to watch - less sad and cringey because they can continue to be obviously deficient without the audience having to feel awfully sorry for them. More than that the richness of the secondary characters also contributes greatly to the US show’s longevity - you can do more on a happier setting for longer. Innit.

[@sergematte7282]

I always felt like a member of the family in the Office, it has a very grounded feeling that comes from the natural feeling of interactions. The later seasons become less and less realistic but still kudos to the writers for creating a show that is so close to the heart of so many people.

[@BehindtheCurtain]

This is a great way to put it. They do a really good job at connecting to the humanity of the characters. You understand them and you have empathy. I agree that the later seasons don't match up as much, but even then they have their moments. Thanks for watching! Do you have any suggestions for new videos?

[@sergematte7282]

@@BehindtheCurtain My favorite show ever is Rome (2005). I would love to know more I guess. I also love Community a lot.

[@BehindtheCurtain]

@@sergematte7282 I will check it out! Community's fun. Thanks for the suggestions!

[@Procur3]

​@@BehindtheCurtain Parks and Rec was The Office model turned up to 11. I know it's Schur as well but it was so genuine and plot-driven with great characters and a little more regulated with subdued characters rather than outrageous. Also, Happy Endings on ABC was very clever writing and heartwarming show they canceled after 3 seasons. I'd love to hear more about why it fizzled because it had as much promise as the office in that time IMO

[@whitneyl.1856]

"You're not smarter than the audience it's *for* the audience." ~B.J. Novak 12:53 If only writers in certain other shows would follow this same rule.

[@KushPatil]

D&D

[@wyattrussell7496]

...you’re not smarter then the audience. Every medium could heed this advice.

[@BehindtheCurtain]

100x! I agree.

[@cto2348]

Take heeded of

[@JonasRosenven]

than

[@PainfulLaughter]

If only D&D from GoT would have listened to this.... lol

[@jenm1]

Headed of

[@avastreed4033]

5:08 “They fit into each other nicely” THATS WHAT SHE SAID

[@Nitrix7979]

Gotten

[@rickydawson9757]

I think Jim and Pam's love story is one of the most realistic and well written love stories ever on television or in a movie.

[@jerilane4420]

As comedy writers they created the most believable and cute TV couple ever. And of course Jenna and Jim are so perfect in these roles!!!

[@devanman7920]

Ya Jim does his best and supports Pam's dreams while she does the opposite.

[@noiamhippyman]

Guess I never knew his real name but it’s weird to hear “Ryan” being a cool dude. Lol

[@downfromthereeefters]

He was such a douche in the show lol. It’s funny how at the beginning he keeps saying he doesn’t want to be there forever, and toward the end he basically becomes a young Creed type character. So off-beat and strange 😂

[@NickB-md1oy]

BJ Novak

[@Lunaskyuwu]

Nick Bottorf no shit

[@TheTetrapod]

He wrote a book of comedy short stories. It's called "One More Thing". It's pretty good.

[@mario7832]

Being the shows jerk was the joke

[@matthewsawczyn6592]

"There's a lot of beauty in ordinary things... Isn't that kinda the point?"

[@allenshibu8631]

That starting narration blew my mind in the sense of the bass drilling through my head

[@BillyOnYouTube]

I was today years old when I realized the reason King Of The Hill never continued was because the writer went on to write The Office Edit: Damn thanks for all the likes!

[@joshherbert5366]

pretty sure this is why I love both shows..

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Yes I didn't realize that either!

[@gutenbird]

I bought King of The Hill at Walmart and haven't gotten around to watching it. I've seen it on TV but had no idea it was connected to The Office. I will have to start watching.

[@robert48044]

idk how I feel about that

[@isaakwelch3451]

"Today years old" is such a stupid phrase

[@mouija1450]

The British Office was a delicious hors d'oeuvre, but the American version was a truly brilliant four course meal. One of the best comedies in TV history, without question.

[@proptosis2682]

M Ouija agreed

[@lrwiersum]

Well said !

[@lunie4933]

I conquer; well said

[@davebox588]

I loved both, but when the American version started to include musicals you knew it had gone on too long. It recovered for a while just before The Wedding, but became tedious and boring soon after.

[@zoogie980]

Its hard to rate comedies but if you were to do so objectively I think its safe to say that it The Office was the best of its era

[@arkopasource]

Limitless paper in a paperless world, this video had me in tears by the end. Thank you and good job, man.

[@MIgardener]

There will never be another show like the office again. It was and will be the most influential television show ever made.

[@draculanova6548]

You realise it was a remake?

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Agreed. What they did with what they were given and what they turned it into is absolutely amazing.

[@hanzflackshnack1158]

@@draculanova6548 I have a hard time justifying what happened to Hellraiser after the first… but they sold the rights. You can’t claim a rip off after the money is in your pocket and the result is successful

[@JayColor]

“There is skill to it. More importantly, it has to be joyful, effortless, fun. TV defeats its own purpose when it's pushing an agenda, or trying to defeat other TV or being proud or ashamed of itself for existing. It's TV, it's comfort. It's a friend you've known so well, and for so long you just let it be with you. And it needs to be okay for it to have a bad day, or phone in a day. And it needs to be okay for it to get on a boat with Levar Burton and never come back. Because eventually, it all will.”

[@spacealienjesus709]

The cute kid reference sums up this show perfectly

[@michaeldavidnvitales]

Thank you so much for doing this. I had a difficult time trying to explain to myself why I enjoyed The Office so much. Yes, it was funny, romantic, insane, heartfelt, and all that... But hearing that final bit there in the end I think I finally got it. I love The Office because it helped me find a path way through the maze and the misery of life. Because The Office had so much heart, it gets people The Office got to show the solution to the misery of life. And as it turns out... We are The Office.

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Love this. I love how well they summarize the show. They put the way I felt about The Office into words.

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@krisreece7729]

Wow, amazing comment. Thanks Micheal.

[@stevequinones2297]

Yes I felt the same way!!

[@caseys.1405]

Yes! That’s beautiful

[@Carelessnoot]

Oh my god I am so excited for the rest of your stuff. Yay! Thank you for creating this. This video felt emotional, I was fully in there for a sec getting emotional and shit lol

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Thank you so much! Honestly, I felt the same way when I was editing that last part. Such a fantastic show.

[@athyar1531]

Tell me how the writers went in with zero romance writing experience and came out with one of the greatest love stories ever told.

[@Neimonster]

writing experience

[@user-uo2zt3qg8t]

BECAUSE THEY COPIED IT FROM THE ORIGINAL BRITISH OFFICE

[@Bottenbig]

An Always Sunny in Philidelphia video like this would be awesome!

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Adding it to the list! That's a good idea. I'll need to familiarize myself with the show a bit more. Do you have a favorite episode?

[@Bottenbig]

@@BehindtheCurtain It ties into this because they are also Writer/Actors. There are so many good episodes but my favorites are "The Gang Gets Trapped" "The Gang Beats Boggs" "The Gang Tries Desperately to Win an Award" "Who Pooped the Bed?" and the classic "The Nightman Cometh". You can start with any of those episodes to get a good feel for the show

[@joshherbert5366]

seconded!

[@tylito4764]

Yes! My favorite show of all time. Sunny, Office, Blacklist.

[@tylito4764]

@@BehindtheCurtain the gang gets analyzed

[@Taijifufu]

"We're 70 years deep into TV at this point. Every story has been told 100 ways and people don't have the patience for this anymore if you're trying to run a standard playbook." Tell that to CBS.

[@harcelli96]

5:07 "They fit into each other nicely" - That's what she said.

[@luis5697]

You're going to blow da fuuuuck up. Great content

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Thanks man! I appreciate it. We've only just begun!

[@gabrielgavazzi]

Here before this channel blow up

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Yessir! See ya at the top!

[@casinomann]

yeah what the hell

[@-41337]

Yup, was here! 5.3k subs atm.

[@kevello]

Can't believe I didn't find this earlier!

[@rossswift]

@@-41337 2k subs in 17 hours😮😮

[@muschip]

When feeling ill or anxious, I put an episode of Office on and within 15-20 minutes, immersing myself in their world takes me away from sickness even if its a little bit, the emotions it runs me through just makes me feel more human. Thank you writers and performers of this show for giving me this.

[@FilmSwitch]

Really appreciate you making the clips relevant to what the writers were talking about. Kind of reminds me of Nerdwriter's mini documentary on Lauryn Hill. If you think about it, with all the interviews and podcasts out there, every piece of media has a documentary just waiting for an editor and you're one of them. Great work!

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Yeah, if it were just random clips playing there would be no purpose in the visuals! No extra information/context would be added. It takes a little bit longer, but I think worth it in the end! I like your perspective! There are some great podcasts/interviews to find that are buried in the depths of the internet. I want to make them more accessible! First I want to start with the writing process and then eventually maybe we'll move into directing, editing, cinematography. Who knows!! Thank you for your kind words. And thanks for coming along for the ride. Any film/show recommendations for future videos?

[@FilmSwitch]

@@BehindtheCurtain I know one of the editors for Breaking Bad basically did a recap/breakdown for a whole bunch of episodes. Really insightful stuff that'd be cool to see condensed the way you did here

[@elgee4875]

When I tell people I watch the Office over and over on repeat, I tell them that it's just a moment of the day that brings pure light joy and an easy smile, brightening a bad mood by being a source of hope and positivity. It is exactly what is described in the last sentence of this video. Thanks for posting, it's good to hear that from one of the creator's.

[@HoundNL]

I love the scene in E??S03 when Michael go see Pam's art and likes it and buy the Office Building painting, this scene hit me in a sentimental way so hard...

[@lucasgoodman2733]

like harder than the thing in Michael’s pocket when she hugged him?

[@phillipklassen5797]

I've seen the show 4 times already and this video made me appreciate it so much more.

[@MoHimdi]

I'm so glad this was in my recommended. Great video and ur channel deserves more subs

[@BehindtheCurtain]

I'm glad too. Thanks for watching! Any requests?

[@MoHimdi]

@@BehindtheCurtain You already covered some of my favorites (GOT, Breaking Bad, Avengers). I'm a big fan of the Sacha Baron Cohen movies and would love to see what the behind the scenes process looks and sounds like. Can't wait for your next video 👍

[@GeloGalvez]

This channel deserves more attention! It’s so well constructed and well thought out! :D Keep it up! Can’t wait to see what comes next! :)

[@DJ_VBZ]

The Office is a amalgamation of perfection. A perfect idea, perfect casting, perfect writing, perfect timing and perfect execution. Just pure perfection, not sure when we will see something like this again.

[@michaelmccay123]

thank you for compressing and limiting all the audio to the same volume across the length of the video. great work!

[@ItsDylanHarding]

This takes the same approach to constructing a video essay that They Shall Not Grow Old took to making a documentary, and it was as effective and engaging here as it was there. Keep it up!

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Oh, I haven't seen They Shall Not Grow Old yet, but I've heard good things. Thank you!

[@pulloutking]

Really well done. The clips you used brought a lot to the commentary

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Thank you! I want the visuals to have a purpose and add an additional level to what's being said.

[@nicholasplamondon3991]

Looking for a “farmer nerd” go to your local FFA chapter or agriscience and natural resources class I'm sure going to find someone there

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Farmer nerds are my type.

[@yumyumbaskets]

Thank you so much for making this video. I was stuck on how to write my character and their story arc, as well how they interact with each other in a ORGANIC way. It can be hard to tell jokes because you want to be funny and we overwhelm ourselves with putting too much on the big up, that they pay off seems lackadaisical. When they talk about the comparison of the boy who knows he's cute to the boy who unaware, help so much. Theirs so much to learn and dissect from this I will be rewatching. Good job Guys.

[@BehindtheCurtain]

I am so happy I was able to help you. This is my #1 goal with these videos. I want to help aspiring writers learn how to write like these professionals. If you want to watch one of the best videos on learning screenwriting, I'd recommend Tyler Mowery's new series: kzbin.info/aero/PLWeCOIXQgiV7YBK3_amASqZoPGKJFD4JO Have a fantastic day!

[@RenanSperendio]

This is by far the best channel I found in KZbin. I loved the ideia of composed interviews with images of the show in question. Great work. Amazing idea

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Wow, thank you so much! I appreciate your kind words.

[@mckenna8663]

I'm absolutely loving this channel, because they're saying things that I have thought my whole life but not being able to convey. The person who thinks they're funny or thinks they're attractive... Totally misses the boat. But it's that person who the attractiveness or the humor comes naturally out of them once in a while that is just perfection!

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Yes, I loved when he said that! It summarised the entire show perfectly!

[@FirstNameLastName_1]

Fantastic work, very high quality. I initially thought this was a prepared interview by yourself rather than a collection of interviews until I saw your post in the comments.

[@cirsumvrent]

The insight presented here is gold. After only one video, I am completely hooked. Keep up the great work!

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Thank you! This channel is really just an excuse for me to do research on my favorite films and tv shows haha. I'm glad that others enjoy learning about this as well!

[@ThatBorderlineGuy]

One of Irvine Welsh's (Trainspotting) characters described someone who they grew up with as a psychopath. They described the psychopath doing terrible things but then shrugged and said I hang around with him because "he's a mate.. " That love for someone despite their having deep, deep flaws is the essence of family and the Office tapped into that with Michael Scott. He was an ass, but everyone loved him because despite his massive flaws, he loved everyone else and was part of the family. I think this show (despite it being about work) embodied the real essence of a family better than any show that's ever been on television.

[@jonquist7089]

I love the "silent jokes" of the show. For instance, when Michael was at the company Q&A with the lower level company employees, and everyone boos Michael and the other upper management when they walk on the stage. Earlier in that episode Michael says "I might do the spin" when they say his name. But when the moment came, he thought twice and just sat down.

[@jonquist7089]

I got the office seasons 1 and 2 on dvd for Christmas when I was in middle school. I spent the rest of the year sluffing school to lay on the couch watching them. Ahhhh the good days.

[@jasonkesser]

So moving and informative. Behind the curtain is amazing

[@caitlynnhenson]

I would love to see a video on Arrested Development

[@quinnreverance611]

This editing and splicing together must've taken ages! I loved this! ❤️

[@BehindtheCurtain]

It takes a lot of work, but I think it's so valuable that it's worth it. Thank you for watching!

[@gamingNFTs]

The Office is easily my favorite show of all time. I've watched the whole seasons so many times I've lost count. Hearing the writers explain how the actors and writers worked off each other really translates on screen. I didn't know there was this world of "writers vs. actors" (so to speak), so it makes alot of sense to me that I love this show so much. they really found a way to make the show feel so organic, and the subtleties are what makes it such a unique and awesome show. I could watch hours of this stuff.

[@SashaRaquel]

this is so inspiring and makes me love the office a million times more than i ever thought i could

[@cal2]

BJ: 'What if Jim and Pam got a divorce' *Everyone disliked that*

[@jtessexpress]

Just adding to the comments about how great a channel like this is. Hearing it from the actual writers instead of someone doing a review on KZbin is soooo much better.

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Hey thanks! I love video essay channels but I think something like this is really missing on KZbin. Any video suggestions?

[@e2theoc]

the nuances of all the characters is why I was obsessed with this show, they really developed them all so well that you felt like it was real. So good.

[@craftdan]

An absolutely brilliant video. Great job!

[@lrwiersum]

Glad they had the Office, keep it's "heart". I love that about this show, i can watch it again again, like visiting old friends.

[@scubawithatuba]

Wow. This was a really amazing video! I learned a ton about something I genuinely love! This is exactly what the content creation community needs. Subscribed!

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Thank you so much for your kind words. That's my goal with this channel. I want to entertain but also "teach" people about some of the best TV shows and movies of our time.

[@Mylesperhour20]

This is incredible. Surprised it took so long for something like this to come out! Thank you.

[@willverduzco4780]

Really liked the wrap up on this video

[@AG-vk5or]

Can't wait to see more of your videos. Great idea.

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Thanks! I appreciate that

[@TylerMowery]

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[@JohnDoe-zq1ho]

Great video till you (or whoever) pronounced button as “buddon.” I’m just pissed because my nostril is completely clogged with fentadope, and I feel like I sound like that. But really, fix that shit and reupload bro. Listen to the audience, you’re making it for the audience. Like BJ says in your video. I like that part, shows him having a level head. I don’t like buddons.

[@TheRoneZone]

Cool series, just discovered it today. Love seeing behind the stuff scenes of the creative process.

[@charlesxav6817]

Excellent video! Thank you so much for the perfect compilation and editing of the interviews.

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@JeffManes123]

Excellent compilation and editing. +1 sub

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Thanks, Jeff! I appreciate that.

[@martymcfly2552]

The visual metaphor that he gave at the beginning is 'The Rose That Grew From Concrete' by Tupac Shakur.

[@patw.6567]

cool to see this behind the scenes stuff

[@adrianpoonster]

Love the style of these videos, hearing it from the writers. Amazing amazing work!

[@dianar.1220]

This makes me want to watch The Office again... memories

[@Lilrone]

I am so happy I discovered this channel this early on!

[@BehindtheCurtain]

I'm glad you've joined us! It's a gonna be a fun ride.

[@Dirkei]

This channel is pure gold. Thank you for your hard work, you'll hit a million subs very fast

[@StrongOpinionSports]

Great video🙌🏼

[@lorenoliveira2210]

This was an amazing video! THANK YOU SO MUCH

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Thank you for watching, Loren! You're awesome!

[@TheRebelDottie]

Regardless of what you’re writing, always write your characters like they’re real people.

[@kshiprabhandari]

this was such a wonderful video... i actually teared up... i realised love The Office so much more than i thought i did...

[@o7k4vokb0ksp5n2]

Man your compilations are just top notch. Keep it up, such spectacular editing, I declare you "underrated".