Bringing real science to Hollywood, the story of a TV producer and physicist

The video discusses the collaboration between Hollywood and the National Academy of Sciences to bring authentic science into TV shows and films. It highlights the role of scientists like Clifford Johnson in advising on scientific content for media, aiming to inspire better science representation. The video also showcases examples of films that benefited from this collaboration, emphasizing the goal of inspiring more scientist characters and accurate science in mainstream media.

What was the main challenge faced by the producers of 'Agent Carter' when introducing the character Jason Wilkes?

• Designing the character's costume

• Choosing the right filming location

• Finding a suitable actor

• Creating realistic scientific dialogue

Who did the producers of 'Agent Carter' contact to help with scientific accuracy?

• The Smithsonian Institution

• The National Academy of Sciences

• The American Physical Society

• The Science Channel

What role does Rick play in the collaboration between scientists and Hollywood?

• He writes scripts for TV shows

• He directs science-themed movies

• He connects scientists with Hollywood producers

• He acts as a science consultant for films

Which of the following films did the scientists from Rick's team work on?

• Jurassic Park

• Inception

• The Matrix

• Iron Man Two and Three

What is the ultimate goal of the collaboration between scientists and Hollywood according to the video?

• To inspire more scientist characters and better science in media

• To ensure all scientific facts are accurate

• To reduce the cost of producing science-themed shows

• To increase the number of science fiction films