Maniac

About Maniac

The TV show Maniac, released in 2018, falls into the TV Dramas genre. With a captivating storyline and an exceptional cast, Maniac offers a unique and thought-provoking viewing experience.

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• About
• Making / Production
• Actors
• Trivia / Interesting Facts
• Quotes
• Music, Soundtrack

About

Maniac follows the story of two strangers, Annie Landsberg and Owen Milgrim, who participate in a mysterious pharmaceutical trial that promises to solve all their problems. As the trial progresses, they find themselves drawn into a surreal and mind-bending multiverse where the lines between reality and fantasy blur.

Making / Production

Maniac was created by Patrick Somerville and directed by Cary Joji Fukunaga. The show was filmed in various locations to capture both the real world and the dreamlike sequences effectively.

Actors

• Emma Stone as Annie Landsberg - Stone portrayed the role of Annie, a cynical and complex character struggling with her past traumas.
• Jonah Hill as Owen Milgrim - Hill played the role of Owen, a troubled man with a family legacy and a unique perception of reality.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The show's visual style was heavily influenced by retro-futurism and the works of science fiction authors such as Philip K. Dick.
• The complex set designs and visuals were praised for their meticulous attention to detail and innovative storytelling techniques.

Quotes

• "Reality is just the tip of the iceberg." - Maniac
• "Sometimes you have to break a little to fix yourself." - Annie Landsberg

Music, Soundtrack

• The show's soundtrack featured a mix of original score and retro tracks that complemented the show's nostalgic and futuristic themes.
• Notable songs include "Ce Matin La" by Air and "Everyday" by Buddy Holly.