‘True Detective’ creator inks new deal with HBO; season 3 fate still uncertain
Nic Pizzolatto has inked a new deal that will keep him working HBO through at least 2018, and there are a variety of different projects he can develop; while a third season of the show (which was beloved for season 1 and largely reviled for the second) is a possibility, it is not confirmed. Here is what network head Michael Lombardo had to say:
“I am thrilled to continue our relationship with Nic, as he is one of the most exceptionally talented writers and producers working today … I look forward to seeing where his unique creative vision will take us next.”
We do think that Pizzolatto is a brilliant talent, but what he probably needs at this point is a project that allows him to actually establish a little bit of distance from the show. This means an opportunity to move to potentially a new setting and work with a wide new array of characters and actors. The show felt weighted during its second season, almost like he had pressure to somehow make season 2 rise to the top when it comes to pointed, thought-provoking drama. It was devoid of humor, and at times to pretentious for its own good.
Given the reviews that season 2 received, you have to suspect that the media-shy Pizzolatto is going to be very invested in trying to deliver something truly great on whatever he does next.
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