'House Of Cards' UK Premiere - Sizzle PAL version

The transcript discusses the excitement surrounding the London premiere of the Netflix series House of Cards. It highlights the unique format of the series, which is neither a traditional TV show nor a film. The creative process involved in adapting the original material with a fresh tone is mentioned. The transcript also compares politics and bureaucracy in different systems and shares the experience of working with Kevin Spacey. It emphasizes the television revolution, where viewers prefer on-demand content, and the flexibility Netflix offers by allowing viewers to watch all episodes at once or at their own pace.

What makes 'House of Cards' unique compared to traditional television shows and films?

• It is a documentary series.

• It is a reality TV show.

• It combines elements of both television and film.

• It is a live broadcast event.

How did the creators of 'House of Cards' approach the adaptation of the original material?

• They followed the original material exactly.

• They ignored the original material completely.

• They added their own tone to make it fresh.

• They turned it into a comedy.

What is a key theme explored in 'House of Cards' regarding politics?

• The role of social media in politics.

• The impact of technology on elections.

• The similarities between different political systems.

• The differences between monarchy and democracy.

What is a significant change in television consumption highlighted in the series?

• Viewers must watch episodes at scheduled times.

• Episodes are released one per month.

• Episodes are only available for a limited time.

• Viewers can watch all episodes at their convenience.

What does the series suggest about the future of television viewing habits?

• Viewers prefer live broadcasts.

• Viewers want more commercials.

• Viewers desire on-demand access to content.

• Viewers prefer shorter episodes.