Sticking to Success: Rian Johnson’s Steadfast…

The inaugural season of Poker Face, an imaginative crime dramedy from Rian Johnson featuring Natasha Lyonne as a woman with an uncanny ability to detect lies, marked one of the standout offerings on Peacock. Each episode, reminiscent of Columbo, unfolded a distinct and outrageous narrative centered around murder and mystery, showcasing how individuals can interpret the truth in vastly different ways. The ensemble cast boasted a plethora of guest stars, relishing the opportunity to portray eccentric characters that seemed straight out of a Clue board game.

While each episode presented Lyonne’s character, Charlie Cale, in a fresh scenario with new acquaintances, the overarching storyline of season one revolved around her attempts to evade dangerous figures from her past. Given the intense stakes, it was anticipated that Poker Face might elevate the tension as the series was renewed for a second season.

However, in a recent conversation with Johnson, he indicated that he is not keen on altering the narrative structure of Poker Face. Instead, he finds joy in exploring how to forge new, emotionally resonant connections between Charlie and the quirky characters she encounters. Since the original approach proved successful, he believes it is best to maintain that formula for the second season.

The interview has been edited and condensed for clarity.

I have to ask: how did The Verge end up in Glass Onion, Rian?

You guys are one of the daily sites I visit for both tech and entertainment news, and when it came to finding an outlet to cover someone like Miles Braun, it seemed like a natural choice.

He’s definitely someone we’d have discussions about in Slack.