In this conversation, Ed Finn and
renowned film producer, screenwriter, and media executive Walter
Parkes (whose credits include WarGames, Sneakers, Men in Black, and Minority Report) explore the relationship between
imagination and storytelling, particularly in the realms of film
and virtual reality (VR). Walter shares insights from his career in
Hollywood, discussing how imagination serves as a catalyst for
creativity and problem-solving within the constraints of
conventional storytelling. Ed and Walter also chat about the the
evolution of narrative techniques in virtual reality, emphasizing
the importance of emotional engagement exploring how audiences
co-create stories in VR environments.