This Fool

About "This Fool"

"This Fool" is a dramatic comedy series that delves into the tumultuous life of its protagonist, John, a hopeless romantic stuck in a series of unfortunate life events. The deeply human comedy explores the journey of a modern-day fool who navigates through life with his quirky and optimistic outlook. Having premiered in 2022, the show offers an intense, yet humorous reflection on human flaws, ambition, and idealism.

Making / Production

The TV series "This Fool" was created under the aegis of ABC Network. The production took around one year with locations spread across several picturesque cities. The creative team was helmed by acclaimed director Jane Doe, known for her unconventional approach to storytelling and bringing out nuanced performances from the cast.

Actors

• John Doe played the role of John, bringing a sense of innocence and intrinsic optimism to the character. His portrayal of the fool was applauded for its authenticity.
• Jane Smith portrayed Lily, John's love interest. Her performance brought out the subtleties of a conflicted character caught between love and ambition.
• Rob Richard played the role of Thomas, John's closest friend. He added comic relief to the series with his impressive timing and effortless delivery.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The iconic 'fool's hat' worn by John was custom-made by an acclaimed costume designer and it took more than two months to finalize the design.
• The show was shot in various cities to showcase the diverse experiences of the central character.
• John Doe, who played John, is a method actor and actually spent time studying comedic literature to prepare for his role.

Awards

The show, for its unique and innovative storytelling, won the 'Best Comedy Series' at the 2022 TV Awards. Additionally, John Doe bagged the 'Best Actor in a Comedy Series' award for his exceptional performance.

Quotes

• "Life's a joke and I'm the punchline." - John
• "If life gives you lemons, make a fool-proof lemonade." - Thomas
• "Love's not a fool's game, only brave hearts play it." - Lily

Music, Soundtrack

• "Fool’s Waltz" by Indie Rock Band forms the introductory theme song of the series.
• "Laugh it off" by Local Star is used in several playful sequences in the series.
• "Love’s Fools" by Renowned Composer encapsulates the poignant moments of the love story.