Episode 403 - Karin Fong - Director, Imaginary Forces

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Opening or closing credits have become a key part of the cinematic or televisual experience. In just a few minutes, these mini masterpieces have to convey the essence of the film or TV show in terms of its vision, music, and characters, and they serve a legal requirement in listing its cast and crew.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Joining Chris this week is Karin Fong, who tells the story of how she became title designer for an array of productions including</span> <em><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Spider-Man: No Way Home</span></em><span style= "font-weight: 400;">,</span> <em><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Cowboy Bebop</span></em><span style= "font-weight: 400;">,</span> <em><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Boardwalk Empire</span></em><span style= "font-weight: 400;">, and many more. She delves into how titles fit into the production of a film, how she makes artistic choices, and reveals how credits have become a powerful marketing tool in the age of the internet.</span></p>