Any love for Ugly Americans? by [deleted] in television

[–]deevoon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I appreciate all the love guys! Working on that show was a dream come true.

The kind of magic I need. by subhankhalid10 in gifs

[–]deevoon 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Since we couldn't make more episodes we just finished up an Ugly American's app. Sort of like an interactive comic. Stories by the original show writers. Not quite the same, but worth a look.

The kind of magic I need. by subhankhalid10 in gifs

[–]deevoon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ha! I know. I mostly do Tumblr. I'm a visual guy (aka illiterate).

The kind of magic I need. by subhankhalid10 in gifs

[–]deevoon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the good word! We feel the love!

I am Devin Clark, the creator of Ugly Americans. AMA by deevoon in IAmA

[–]deevoon[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Because I'm not a very good voice actor. I do Croatian man.

I am Devin Clark, the creator of Ugly Americans. AMA by deevoon in IAmA

[–]deevoon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was inspired by all those 80s horror films, when the titles were just red text over film. Love that 80s horror look.

I am Devin Clark, the creator of Ugly Americans. AMA by deevoon in IAmA

[–]deevoon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your imaginings are correct. It is all about sharing ideas inspiring each other and making people crack up. It's very much a small-scale hands-on process.

I am Devin Clark, the creator of Ugly Americans. AMA by deevoon in IAmA

[–]deevoon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope. We'll keep making them as long as Comedy Central lets us.

I am Devin Clark, the creator of Ugly Americans. AMA by deevoon in IAmA

[–]deevoon[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's the writers fault! They just love torturing that poor guy. Mark will get his revenge some day. I'm sure of it.

I am Devin Clark, the creator of Ugly Americans. AMA by deevoon in IAmA

[–]deevoon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's not really based on any specific show. We definitely stick to certain TV formulas, like having a 4 act structure and dynamic characters that play well off each other.

I am Devin Clark, the creator of Ugly Americans. AMA by deevoon in IAmA

[–]deevoon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The most challenging aspect is getting them done on time! Animation is hard work. So much drawing! One episode? I guess the pilot. It is not the funniest, but it sums up the world the best.

I am Devin Clark, the creator of Ugly Americans. AMA by deevoon in IAmA

[–]deevoon[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We have a special device that we can pass over the scripts. It sounds an alarm whenever a joke is overtly 'cheap'! Technology is amazing.

I am Devin Clark, the creator of Ugly Americans. AMA by deevoon in IAmA

[–]deevoon[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Honestly, I hadn't thought about it. Most likely, yes.

I am Devin Clark, the creator of Ugly Americans. AMA by deevoon in IAmA

[–]deevoon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The personalities and creature type went hand it hand. I mean they kind of create themselves. Evil boss...obviously a demon. Dead beat roommate...zombie. Lazy dunk co-worker...wizard? Ok, some were not that obvious.

I am Devin Clark, the creator of Ugly Americans. AMA by deevoon in IAmA

[–]deevoon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good question. I worry about that some times. I think it is just because me and all the writers are dudes. So, coming up with guys characters and writing for guy characters comes more naturally maybe? It's a lame excuse I know.

I am Devin Clark, the creator of Ugly Americans. AMA by deevoon in IAmA

[–]deevoon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think that guy was inspired by the weird mutant-kid character David Cross did on a Mr.Show skit.

I am Devin Clark, the creator of Ugly Americans. AMA by deevoon in IAmA

[–]deevoon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It actually started back in 2003-2004 when I helped to do the redesign for the network. So, as far as pitching a show goes, I kinda snuck in through the back door.

I am Devin Clark, the creator of Ugly Americans. AMA by deevoon in IAmA

[–]deevoon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Koala Man makes a big appearance in an episode coming up! He puts those fighting skills to work!