Big Little Lies: The Way We Watch It & Why

I ran across a video essay that my fellow Big Little Lies fans are going to adore. It’s a fascinating look at the editing process and the tools and techniques that help director Jean Marc-Vallee tell the story, allowing the audience to get into the characters’ heads. 

“Editing is the psychological guidance of the spectator.’’ 

The video creator Mzak posits that Big Little Lies is all about gossip and peeping. The idea that there’s always someone watching. 

But you don’t need me to tell you what you’ll see for yourself in this skillfully done 14 minute piece.  Watch!

Are you interested in these behind-the-scenes thought pieces? Would you like to see more? 

Lay it on me, I’m all ears.