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DC’s Stargirl has become a runaway hit and fans are eagerly anticipating season 2. The show brings to life a colorful cast of interconnected heroes and villains in its heartland setting and has become known as a show whose hopeful characters and dynamic plots make it great for families to watch together.

Stargirl is a story that originated in the 1990s before being adapted for television by executive producer and showrunner Geoff Johns. Even though Johns has become well-known for his involvement with global DC movie hits like Aquaman and Wonder Woman 1984, he first broke into the comics industry by creating Stargirl and his passion for the character shines through on-screen.

With so many popular series now based on DC comics, what do new fans discovering Stargirl need to know about the show? Here are some basics.

Stargirl Takes Place in the Arrowverse

The Arrowverse is the collective name that has been given to the interconnected TV programs based on different DC Comics characters that have become a mainstay on the CW. The first of these programs, Arrow, starred Stephen Amell as a brooding beefcake version of the playboy-turned-vigilante Green Arrow. Many spin-offs followed — including The Flash, Legends of Tomorrow, Supergirl, Superman and Lois, Batwoman, and Black Lightning — and in a giant crossover event called Crisis on Infinite Earths it was revealed that Stargirl takes place on an alternate Earth to the one in Arrow.

Stargirl is Set in Nebraska

Stargirl has been praised for the high quality of its cinematography and the unique look of its settings and scenes when compared to other CW superhero shows. One reason for this is that, unlike other Arrowverse series that shoot primarily in Vancouver, Stargirl is shot in Georgia. The sunny heartland Nebraska setting is critical to the series, and the subtle warmth added by being able to film near Atlanta increases the authenticity of the fictional town of Blue Valley.

Stargirl Features Stories About Finding Family

One of the most wholesome appeals of Stargirl is how much the show succeeds by leaning into heartfelt stories about how hard it can be for teenagers to have deep and supportive relationships. Courtney Whitmore’s journey to becoming Stargirl is rooted in family tragedy. It is only by embracing the unknown of her widowed mother’s relocation to Nebraska and her mysterious stepfather’s hidden past that she becomes the person she is called to be. Pat Dugan, the former superhero sidekick who is Courtney’s stepfather and reluctant mentor, has his own tortured relationship with creating bonds after seeing his best friends killed by the Injustice Society.

Other characters throughout the series portray the complexities of parents and children, and more than one of these relationships leads to bloodshed. But the beating heart of the show is Courtney’s found family in the new Justice Society of America that she inspires. It is the bond between Stargirl and her friends Hourman, Wildcat, and Doctor Mid-Nite that keeps fans coming back for more.

It can be daunting to start a new series with as many characters as Stargirl. You don’t need to have watched any other CW superhero shows though to enjoy this warm and rewarding heartland adventure.

If you have an idea for a documentary and need someone to help you bring it to life, a documentary film producer can lend their expertise. Documentary film producers are responsible for overseeing the production of documentaries. 

It can be tempting to think that working behind the scenes is not as meaningful as being a filmmaker, but there are compelling reasons why this is untrue. 

To clear any doubt about the importance of producers for your documentary, here are six things a documentary film producer will come in handy for:

Define Narrative of the Documentary

When you are setting out to make a documentary, you must define the narrative of the documentary. A producer can help you make this happen. You should sit down with a producer and discuss what story you want to tell and how it will be told. 

A producer that knows his onion will help you cut out all the red herrings from the day’s events leaving only the core message of the documentary.

Setting Budget and Securing Funds

An idea without a means to execute it will sadly never make it off the notebook. If you plan to produce a documentary, you will need to set a budget and see if donors can shoulder the financial burden. 

A documentary film producer can help you measure your needs before you start shooting and help you get funding. These findings can be via studios, production companies, foundations, and even government departments. 

A producer will have contacts to make sure you get the right amount of funding for the work that needs to be done.

Hiring and Managing Professionals that Will Work on the Project

All good stories need the right amount of people working in the right departments. A documentary film producer can help you find the right team that will work on your documentary. 

They will help you decide on the skills required and if they are available and willing to work on your project. They will help to recruit the best cast, crew, and other technicians. 

A documentary film producer can also help manage the schedules of these professionals and ensure that everyone is working on completing your project.

Oversees Project and Ensures It Stays Within Budget

Once you have your team together, it is time to begin production. A producer will oversee this process to ensure that the project stays within budget and is delivered on time. They will also be required to report on the project’s status at regular intervals.

Supervise Post-production

A producer has to ensure that the documentary film is finished within the stipulated time. It involves supervising every aspect of post-production. This includes editing, graphic design, and even color grading. 

A producer will oversee every process to see what needs to be done, ensure professionalism and a great outcome.

The Gossip We Have All Been Waiting For

In Moonlighting: An Oral History, Scott Ryan investigates the underlying drama behind the show that pioneered network TV as we know it today. He first introduced his idea of this investigation to the creator, Glenn Gordon Caron, who was more than happy to give his blessing and reminisce about series. Then he corralled the rest of the writers, cast members, editors, and anyone else he could find. He made them the promise of writing this book with a balance between memories and facts, all to remember the beloved show that made pop culture history.

This ABC-TV series was the first successful comedy-drama of its time, featuring Cybill Shepherd as Maddie and Bruce Willis as David. It follows Maddie, an ex-model recently bankrupt, who is persuaded by David to run Blue Moon Investigations as co-partners. Everyone fell in love with their bickering and flirtatious interactions, anxiously waiting for them to give into the romance. When the episode finally came for them to consummate their relationship, audiences had already been waiting for two and a half years. This season 3 episode was the peak of the show and brought the highest ratings yet.

Ryan explains how this is where the mystery of Moonlighting’s downfall heightens. Each chapter follows a different point in time within the airing of the show. Ryan first sets the stage with a short blurb about the filming environment of the episode and then lets his interviewees takeover. By expertly organizing the detailed notes he took while speaking to them, he crafts an intriguing story. From cast members such as Cybill Shepherd and Allyce Beasley, to writers such as Glenn Gordon Caron and Jay Daniel, the only person missing is Bruce Willis. That being said, the remarks compiled from everyone else certainly create an unforgettable tale of Moonlighting.

For the first few seasons, the show received excellent ratings and had the full attention of both its co-stars. After the third season, things started to spin out of control. While many fans claim that the show went downhill after Maddie and David finally consummated their relationship, Ryan’s interviews prove otherwise. For example, Caron details how he made this plot decision before finding out that Cybill was going to take a year long absence from the show. At the same time, Bruce was whisked away to make Die Hard. To top it all off, when the couple finally reunited under Roger Director’s writing, ABC shut them down.

This compilation of interviews gives all the juicy details you never knew to look for, such as how both leads had doubles for a certain scene where Shepherd was pregnant with twins and Willis had a broken collarbone. The crew recounts many scenes and episodes that seem unbelievable to the point where they question if it had really happened. Ryan makes the distinction that he did not undergo critical analysis of the series, rather an investigation into its creative process. With his interpretation of the interviews and a sprinkle of relevant facts, he creates an oral history of Moonlighting that will not be soon forgotten. Pre-Order your copy of Moonlighting; an Oral History now.