Thank you for reading! For quite a long time, I placed responsibilityfor the changed dynamic on elements that were added to Season 3. The banana-land story of Voyager? When Michael [Piller] told me a Ferengi was on the show, I was like, Why? No matter what, they were characters you understood and cared about. We're currently offline. Siblings Allan and Malva Christie (Alexander Vlahos and Jessica Reynolds) come to Frasers Ridge with their father, Tom (Mark Lewis Jones). Vile Stephen Bonnet (Ed Speleers) gets his comeuppance in Mercy Shall Follow Me. The murderer, rapist and smuggler was unlike the last big bad. Anna Foersters name also came up. It drove me crazy. Ira Steven Behr (born October 23, 1953) is an American screenwriter and television producer, best known for his work on Star Trek, especially Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, on which he served as showrunner and executive producer. It gave me the chills. Between structure, using simple writing tools, understanding character and having enough of a relationship with the showrunner so that he can translate Rons words to paper and carry them out with the other writers, its my belief that Ira is missed mostly because he could be leaned on to fix writing issues that appear to be too complicated for others who may be too invested in what happened in the book series. But her work on BSG has made her untouchable IMO she knows how to tell a great story and I find myself having a sigh of relief when she writes an episode. In North Carolina (shooting location: Scotland), Jamie and Claire build a home on 10,000 acres called Frasers Ridge. Hes ruthless, but also shares a bit of a soft side when he shares a heartfelt (if not conflicted) conversation before he plunges his knife into Lieutenant Foster. Loved this, and I so heartily agree! But it was not until Deep Space Nine, which included a Ferengi character in its regular cast, that the Ferengi were truly explored in any depth. Moreover, other writers have contributed to the character work throughout Outlander. Costume designer Dresbach spent a year doing research to bring authenticity to the wardrobe for Cherokee (above, in Blood of My Blood) and Mohawk Nation characters. Maybe its his purple goatee that makes my stomach churn Another fascinating aspect of our podcast conversation was when we learned how much trust Ron put into Iras hands because, as Ira stated it, it was his job to run the writers room in Rons absence. Even if Ron were present, Ira still had to help smooth issues the other writers couldnt handle. Answered many of my questions/thoughts. The only thing I can come up with is that she likes bathing in blood? Another thing that really puzzles me: the almost universal dislike of episode 202 Not in Scotland Anymore. The scene then funnels down to a single point, with the most important word or line of dialogue stated last. In other words, lets think of it like an upside down triangle starting off with a broad line that forms the framework of the scene, and it becomes more pointed as the scene goes along to allow the whole thrust of the scene to be pierced by one line. Time heals all wounds, and to discover a retroactive appreciation sent a shock of verve into the showrunner. And that was the point of this article Diana may have created the characters, but they were given more life and texture by the screenwriters because thats what television demands. Ira was greatly missed in season 3 particularly in the second half. As those responsible for establishing that quality move on, may the writing, directing, costuming, etc. Actually, The Battle Joined is probably my favorite episode to date! Perhaps she felt it was just time to move on? Thanks for the very kind words! But it was him. He was the executive producer and showrunner on Crash, executive producer on Syfy's Alphas, and a writer and co-executive producer on Outlander. While you come up with your own answers, I immediately think of BJR being cold and calculating by tricking Claire during their conversation. The following contains plot spoilers - read at your own risk. THIS is why Outlander misses Ira Steven Behr. Its a comforting thought to imagine that, after all these years and far beyond all those distant stars, Benny Russell is still dreaming of us. We chat with restoration producer David C. Fein about assembling Robert Wises Directors Cut in 4K Ultra HD with Dolby Vision. Im so glad you mentioned the Garrison Commander, because it is one of my favorites. Those last two episodes felt rushed and choppy. Behr was born in New York City to a Jewish family. A year ago, in fairly early 2018, Behr recalls, I woke up one day and I raced to Paramount and said, Okay guys, heres how we should have ended episode one! The day can't arrive fast enough for many Star Trek fans; on May 13, the documentary What We Left Behind: Looking Back at Star Trek: Deep Space Nine will beam into 800-plus movie theaters nationwide as part of a one-time-only Fathom Event. Since then he moved on to produce a wide range of programs in a variety of genres, including Bob Patterson, Dark Angel, Alphas, and Outlander. Theres already heat between new arrival Claire (Caitriona Balfe) and Jamie (Sam Heughan) when she tends to him in Episode 2, Castle Leoch. During casting, with Heughan locked in, an intimate screen test sealed the deal for Balfe: There [was] definitely on-camera chemistry, exec producer Ronald D. Moore says. From the initial brainstorm, an event then took place of such extraordinary coincidence that one could argue that the Prophets themselves had blessed the production. Star Trek remains due to the voracious appetite of its enthusiastic fanbase and the franchises ability to morph its core concept without betraying its original ideology. My take is that, shortly after he left, Ira announced his DS9 documentary that he is writing and directing. He joinedOutlander simply because his friend Ron Moore, well aware of his talent, asked him. I couldnt be happier that Ira is gone. Thanks for your reply, Blake. Behr oversaw the remaining 10 episodes of the 11 episode first season order. I kind of liked it by the time Far Beyond the Stars rolled around it. You can reach him via e-mail or on Twitter. I think you hit the nail on the head. I will have to say that I agree about the first half and second half. Among the more disturbingly prophetic episodes that Behr scripted is the two part Past Tense from DS9s third season. Its not Sisko who comes back onto the station. Probably Ep. (season 3 Galis to me was ruined. It has to adapted properly, and in my opinion, the show should be INSPIRED by the book. So glad hes gone. You know, that tech talk in order to justify the time traveling? How she said Frank lost his temper? Wouldnt it be cool to get the band back together? Please come back. Behrs writing credits on Outlander include the following episodes: The Garrison Commander, By The Pricking Of My Thumbs, Wentworth Prison, To Ransom A Mans Soul, Not In Scotland Anymore, Prestonpansand The Hail Mary.. Which episodes of season 3 did you find slow? 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He was the executive producer and showrunner on Crash, executive producer on Syfy's Alphas, and a writer and co-executive producer on Outlander. He is responsible for some of the most memorable moments in the entirety of Outlanders run so far. At the panel DS9 showrunner, Ira Steven Behr said he was attracted to the story pitch from writer Marc Scott Zicree because of how it dealt directly with racism, as well as how it was "about. But its another to create compelling television thats inspired by the book, and that is why Outlander isnt the same without Ira Steven Behr. However, instead of comedies, Behr made his mark in television dramas. Did you want to see that scene as much as I did? 307 to 313 after the first watch. Filming the Battle of Culloden, where Jamie and Black Jack face-off, required an army of extras an average of 160 per day, with a grand total of 1,100. Now, after all these years, Benjamin Sisko returns in true DS9 fashion. Yes, I totally agree: Outlander Season 4 definitely felt different than the show that hooked me, and yes, I miss Ira too. BJR: I dwell in darkness, madame, and darkness is where I belong. The artist must make their peace with the final product as rarely anything is perfectly translated from the imagination to the page to the screen. Excellently reasoned, thank you. Diana may have created BJR and Dougal. His encounter with Jamie and Claire ends up being really creepy, says episode writer Richard Kahan. He is a phenomenon.. Never would have thought to refer to the quality as lightweight but thats exactly the right term.). That writing acumen and character work is what brings me to Iras work on Outlander, which, in my estimation, is exquisite. But, my experience with that book (between the water horse, the search, and the stupid wolves) has shown me that Diana loves her tangents. She falls deeper: Claire: You are not the first soldier to be changed by combat. at Brandeis University. Claire's unexpected meeting with a British general turns tense when Captain Jack Randall arrives. He again worked with Ren Echevarria on season two of Dark Angel (2000) as a consulting producer. No one really looked at them and thought about what they could become and how they fit in to the franchise. Claire and Jamies world became fuller and richer. Yes he is definitely missed. I agree that Ira is missed. Instead of being clever and cautious, Claire instead, goads BJR by bringing up Jamies beating by him. Balfe (getting a touch-up to Claires gray-tinged hair) has enjoyed playing Claire at different parts of her life as the show hopscotches through the years. Although they would disagree on many things, Behr said they had a good working relationship.[7]. He has been covering entertainment news out of Los Angeles for more than a decade. Being Star Trek, we dont doubt the possibility. As I say in the doc, I thought this would be an interesting gesture to the actors, he explains to me by phone. Nope. They were horrified. Id love to see a similar article about the directors. Starz "Prestonpans" details that stunning, bloody, and controversial victory for the Jacobites over the British. Sticking too close to the book is a major problem for me. Each central character manages to grow organically, becoming someone very different than they were when the series began. His contributions to Outlander were equally impressive and his episodes, particularly The Garrison Commander and Prestonpans, are among the best. Subscribe: Apple Podcast s | Google Play Music | Stitcher | YouTube Download: (.mp3) | Mobile Play ISB had a style, or panache if you will, to him that stands out pretty clearly. I feel like when OL is not at its best its because the writers are sticking TOO close to the books. The Shallow Pocket Project is a series of conversations with the brilliant filmmakers behind the independent films that we love. Cool, right? Behr felt there were too many rules and regulations and felt creatively trapped, so he left The Next Generation after a year. No, no, no, no, no way. As executive producer, Behr was largely responsible for the story arc of the show, from Bajoran politics to the Dominion War. His rescuing her and how their saving grace was that they were in the eye of the hurricane which took them to shore and the picture went up and up showing the whole hurricane.- just loved that. We just went with it. Now its about the Klingons and not the Dominion. and pursue a career in writing comedies for television and film. Consequently, Trek fans were hesitant to accept the kinds of conflict, humor, drama and all-out war Ira and his writing staff (which included Ron Moore) wanted to explore. Fergus and Ian were adorable and needed their own show, but even they couldnt erase the others. The season 3 finale should have been split into two longer episodes to do it justice. To Ransom A Mans Soul do I even have to say the words on this one? Using the parameters I set up earlier in this article, describe Geillis in The Bakra.. I actually appreciate that you disagree with me. Only 13 left in stock - order soon. Hes got a huge heart, she once tweeted, and hes called her everything from a great advice giver to an extremely nice person., Two Northern Inuits play Young Ians (John Bell) dog, Rollo. Im kind of remembering, but I wonder what it looks like now. And I looked over and he was standing there, ordering a slice of pizza. You can contribute to the Outlander Wiki by rewriting the copied content. Claire thinks she has gotten EXACTLY what she has come for. . Discover Ira Steven Behr's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. You can choose to be the man you wish to be. But, explains EP Moore, In the book, that character was already dead by this point. Jeopardy! Boss Drops Big News on Ken Jennings & Mayim Bialik Hosting Schedule, Ask Matt: Merediths Meh Greys Farewell, 9 Most-Watched TV Events Ever, Including the M*A*S*H Finale, Night Court: Faith Ford Breaks Down Her Joyous Guest Star Appearance, Friends Reunion as Courteney Cox Receives Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame, Copyright 2023 NTVB Media, Inc., All Rights Reserved, Stolen Youth: Inside the Cult at Sarah Lawrence, Top 25 Things to Stream in March: Ted Lasso, Yellowjackets & More, Outlander Season 7 Wraps Go Behind the Scenes With the Cast. The collaboration of writers Anne Kenney and Ira Steven Behr is a masterful collaboration for episode "The Hail Mary S2 E12. Yes, I read that RDM will not be writing 4.01 too. I enjoyed Iras episodes. Its one of my favorites! Ron [Moore] and I were over at Outlander at the time and we were seeing each other every day, or every day that one of us wasnt in Scotland. Look, everyone told me that we would find what the doc is about and I would be the guy to find it, says Behr. You didnt think of that at the time.'. Part of the subtext of why I did this doc, and why the film is as long as it is, is that it was repairing my relationship and feelings towards the fans, he says. The crimson stunner which Claire wore to the French court in Versailles was created by costume designer Terry Dresbach for Not in Scotland Anymore., Prestonpans details that stunning, bloody, and controversial victory for the Jacobites over the British. He was the executive producer and showrunner on Crash, executive producer on Syfy's Alphas, and a writer and co-executive producer on Outlander . But that wasnt all that interesting at first for me but then as I went through it, and yes, then I became Black Jack.. Since, however, we are talking about antagonists, lets put Season 3s part-time antagonist to the same test we gave Ira for BJR. (Also writing a supernatural YA pilot female lead from an IDW graphic novel.) I thought it undercut all the dramatic tension that was built in the premiere. It just seemed like good, normal thing. It was an hour doc at the time, and it was not going to be a big deal.. Do you agree that the show is missing something with the departure of Ira Steven Behr? Hi Blake, I wish each book was given given 16 episodes like the first season told in two eight part editions. Thats not what its about. Were trying to be as truthful as we can, says episode writer Ira Steven Behr, knowing that the truth is elusive, especially from hundreds of years ago., In the Prestonpans hour, writer Behr says, when Dougal (Graham McTavish) stabs a British soldier (Grantchesters Tom Brittney) after having won the battle, You love him and hate him almost from moment to moment It was important to show what war could make people do., A shocker from the books comes alive in Untimely Resurrections when Black Jack Randall (Tobias Menzies) resurfaces in Versailles. Its so funny. Season 3s treasure and Galis being cookoo for Coca Puffs doesnt jibe. I need no sympathy from you and you will get none from me. Not necessarily for Tobias acting (although that would have been good) but more for seeing that idyllic relationship between Bree and Frank that is so often referenced have a little more texture to it. This fact is sneakily important. Behr described the fast production turnaround as insane but Finally a lot of action, moving right along. It should take you places that you dont know youre going to go.. I know thats a frightening thing. It was a special episode and also they let us throw money at it with reckless abandon.. My involvement will continue on both those avenues going forward. NEW YORK, NEW YORK OCTOBER 05: David Berry and Ron Moore speak onstage during a panel for STARZ Outlander at NYCC 2019 on October 05, 2019 at Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York City. What We Left Behind boasts some impressive footage, restored to HD for the documentary. Never before have I fought someone with the fitness of Sam Heughan, says stuntmanactor Flint Eagle, who played exiled Cherokee Tskili Yona. The first line is: BJR: The crowd had to look away. Unlike the original Star Trek or Star Trek: The Next Generation, DS9 embraced a form of serialized storytelling that, while commonplace on television today, was something unexplored on Star Trek when the new series launched in 1993. I got a call from Avery Brooks, who was very excited about what he was witnessing, says Behr. I enjoyed S3, but I thought a couple episodes to be slow and lacking the style that made the episodes of S1 and S2 exceptional. And Anne, well, she has been very mum about the situation. 301 to 306 several times since the DVD came out. Long time Star Trek: Deep Space Nine writer-producer Ira Steven Behr teamed with veteran Trek . I especially went wow when I saw Jamie and Claire in the water. Were not meant to be futuristic. What conversations have you had about expanding the show beyond that, whether its a season seven or spinoffs? Then we cut to this room in like 1959 or something and to a bedroom where Benjamin Sisko wakes up in his starleet uniform. In fact, Id argue the best clue about her character didnt come from the script but, rather, the soundtrack! Thats when I started to realize, Gee, you got to get serious about this thing. What We Left Behind: Looking Back at Star Trek: Deep Space Ninearrives on DVD and Blu-ray from Shout Factory on August 6th. Outlander Wiki is a FANDOM Books Community. But I dont believe that level of writing has been matched by Outlander yet (except perhaps the confrontation between Claire and Frank in The Battle Joined,which, oddly enough, is written by none other than Ron Moore). I liked most of season three but felt two episodes, The Doldrums and Creme de Menthe dragged a bit. Factory and Fathom Events are proudly bringing to the big screen the retrospective documentary What We Left Behind, a two-hour plus look at the series that forever changed Star Trek, not by contradicting Gene Roddenberrys vision of a perfect future, but by exploring notions of contradiction inherent in that idealism. I love a well written, in depth analysis that helps me comprehend why I like something so much. [17], From 2014 to 2016 Behr served as writer and co-executive producer on Outlander, alongside fellow Deep Space 9 contributor Ronald D. And I could tell and Ron could tell that there were some issues about the confidence in that script. But, if you posted in the Clan Gathering on Facebook, I would definitely be able to see it there. I know Rons staff has many talented writers paging Toni Graphia! While I didnt always agree with Iras take on the material, in the end I believe the show benefitted from the push/pull in the room between the book people and the non-book people. He was also a producer on Star Trek: The Next Generation from 1989 to 1990. Claire: You cannot undo the things you have done, but it is not too late to bring back your humanity. 4 is my favorite, Ep 6 had a lot of the hesitation and unknowing of their rejoined relationship = a lot of questions and answers to come. I went back and listened to our podcast interview with Ira before writing this piece, and I was once again surprised at how close the two were on a professional level. His first job as a television writer was for the, "I've said it once and I'll say it again, we're here to make quality 2 (Original Television Soundtrack), Outlander: Season 2 (Original Television Soundtrack). We dont want to do it. But then we sat around talking and it just developed into this really cool episode.. Until finally we get to the whole point of this mental web BJR has spun to a perfect tee.
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