INTERVIEW - Beau Bridges on his series, and on being a part of the show at the 2014 Critics' Choice Television Awards

The transcript features a conversation with a nominee at an event, discussing their excitement about the nomination and the opportunity to see colleagues from 'Masters of Sex.' The discussion highlights the show's innovative and brave nature, its historical context in the 1950s, and the positive feedback from fans. The conversation also touches on the challenges of portraying a closeted gay man during that era and the ongoing ignorance in society. Finally, the quality of modern TV shows is praised, noting the excellence of the current nominees.

What is the speaker's sentiment about attending the event and meeting colleagues?

• Nervous

• Excited

• Indifferent

• Disappointed

What aspect of 'Masters of Sex' does the speaker highlight?

• Its innovative and brave nature

• Its comedic elements

• Its historical inaccuracies

• Its focus on action scenes

What historical period does 'Masters of Sex' explore?

• The 1980s

• The 2000s

• The 1950s

• The 1920s

What challenge does the speaker's character face in the show?

• Being a war veteran

• Being a spy

• Being a closeted gay man

• Being a single parent

How does the speaker describe the quality of TV shows today?

• Mediocre

• Incredible

• Declining

• Unremarkable