Along with the intricate plots and character work, there are more jokes.
Prepare to be surprised.
Whats amazing is [No.
Completely intentional, according to the writers.
9, says Pemberton, with Shearsmith also offeringThe Twilight ZoneandAlfred Hitchcock Presentsas inspiration for No.
9s format of standalone plays.
I think the joy ofNo.
9is the opportunity of thinking whats the story this week?
; the thrill of not actually knowing where its going.
Well not in this capacity, am I?!
Im talking about me as a director!
But it was funny, because we were literally in it and no one would call cut.
So were in the scene, like …cut.
Jon quickly adds, I would like to point out that both of youwantedto direct!
Its not like we forced you!.
Yeah, well, Ive done it now!
Steve says of the role, apparently at one point I was answering my own questions.
Sitting there with the script supervisor Should I do this?
Yes, yes: I should.
But it was a fantastic experience, and Id love to do more of it.
Both incidents were worth it, from the perfectly-formed plays that are the result.
Whats so special aboutNo.
Now it feels like we can sit down and take on longer narratives.
We dont feel we have to compromise.
And thats a brilliant and rare thing to have these days.
9s before the series returns to BBC2 next week.
Expect some more unexpected tales fromInside No.
9.and catch the start of series two at 10.00pm, 26 March on BBC2.
