'Game of Thrones' Showrunners Defend Controversial New Sci-Fi Slave Drama 'Confederate' | THR News

The video discusses the upcoming HBO series 'Confederate', created by Benioff and Weiss, set in an alternate timeline where slavery still exists. The series has sparked controversy due to its sensitive subject matter. The creators, along with writers Malcolm and Nichelle Tramble Spellman, defend the project, emphasizing its alternate history and science fiction elements. They argue that the series aims to provoke discussion about America's history with slavery. The video concludes with a call for viewer opinions.

What is the premise of the new HBO series 'Confederate'?

• A medieval fantasy land with dragons

• A detective series set in New York

• An alternate timeline where slavery still exists

• A futuristic world where robots rule

Who are the creators of the series 'Confederate'?

• Christopher Nolan and Quentin Tarantino

• J.K. Rowling and Stephen King

• Benioff and Weiss

• Steven Spielberg and George Lucas

What did the creators urge the audience to do regarding the series?

• Boycott the series

• Watch the series before forming an opinion

• Write reviews before it airs

• Ignore the series completely

How do the creators view the role of science fiction in the series?

• As a genre that should not address serious issues

• As a means to create purely fictional worlds

• As a tool to explore historical themes uniquely

• As a way to avoid historical themes

What is one of the strengths of science fiction according to the creators?

• It can show how history is still relevant today

• It can depict realistic historical events

• It avoids controversial topics

• It focuses solely on futuristic technology