B.E.E. - Alan Ball - 4/28/14

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B.E.E. - Alan Ball - 4/28/14

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Apr 28, 2014

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Alan Ball and Bret Easton Ellis discuss the meaning of True Blood, bad writing habits, Towelhead and Bryan Singer.

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Apr 28, 2014

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Controversial best-selling author and screenwriter Bret Easton Ellis delivers a weekly glimpse into one of popular culture's most fascinating minds. The entertainment industry's top writers, directors, actors and musicians will join Bret to discuss the issues and complexities that keep the creative world turning as we experience this intriguing period in our planet's history. The same sensibilities that have formed Bret's impressive catalog in literature and film will be on display with each and every new episode.

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B.E.E. - Alan Ball - 4/28/14

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