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Video Progress Update

Added 2023-03-08 03:56:05 +0000 UTC

Hey everyone,

Progress marches forward on the upcoming video. It's safe to say that we are likely exceeding an hour run time for the second time in channel history, just to give you an idea of the scope. Roughly 40 minutes are complete, with a clear vision of how the remaining 20 minutes will unfold--so overall things are going smoothly. I don't expect there to be (m)any hiccups going forward, at least not creatively. The path to the finish line is clear.

The most consequential creative decision made so far has been to turn this video into a type of braided documentary, with two main figures whose stories are being told simultaneously, linked together by a shared history. It didn't begin this way, but once a certain secondary character joined the story, they were too compelling not to stay until the end. The main character's journey also makes much more sense with the other shown in parallel.

As I've said in previous updates, the biggest adjustment I've had to make is turning over a lot of narration to my interviewees, who had first-hand involvement of these events. It'll likely have a different feel than previous videos, and I'm looking forward to finding out from you all whether the balance I've struck was appropriate.

I'll likely be writing at least one more update before release, once I'm entering the final stage and know when the upload date will be. I believe this is only weeks away. Thank you all for your support. I hope you all know how much it means to me.

Before I close out, allow me some brief Patreon housekeeping: By request, I am now offering annual memberships for a 16% discount, so if anyone would like to switch to that plan, it is now available.

Thank you all again, and we'll talk soon,