Ep 1. The Making of an Angry Video Game Nerd
- July 7, 2011
- 35 min
The Making of an Angry Video Game Nerd is the first episode of the sixth season of the popular web series, Angry Video Game Nerd. In this episode, we get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how the show is made.
The episode starts off with a brief introduction by the creator and star of the show, James Rolfe, as he explains that this episode is going to be a special "inside look" at the making of the series. We then see video footage of James filming various episodes of AVGN, including some of the show's most popular episodes like the one where he reviews the infamous game, E.T. for Atari.
Next, we are taken to the studio where the show is filmed, and we get to see some of the amazing prop and set pieces that are used to create the colorful and zany world of the Angry Video Game Nerd. We also get to meet some of the crew members who work behind-the-scenes, including the sound engineer, the camera operators, and the special effects team, who create some of the most memorable scenes from the show.
Throughout the episode, James discusses some of the challenges and obstacles he has had to overcome as the show has grown in popularity. For example, he talks about the difficulty of finding time to film new episodes while also managing his personal life and career. He also opens up about some of the criticism and backlash that he has faced from some gamers and fans who feel that he is too harsh in his critiques of some of their favorite video games.
Despite these challenges, James remains dedicated to his craft, and we see how he continues to push himself to create even more outrageous and entertaining episodes of the show. He takes us through his creative process, from brainstorming and researching video games to come up with ideas for new episodes, to writing the actual scripts and filming the scenes, to editing and adding special effects and sound effects to the final product.
One of the most interesting parts of the episode is when we get to see how James creates some of the infamous "rants" that he is known for in the show. He explains that these rants are often scripted out in advance, but that he likes to improvise and add his own personal touches to each one to make them even more entertaining. We also get to see some of the hilarious bloopers and outtakes from the show, which give us a glimpse into the fun and camaraderie that exists on set.
Overall, The Making of an Angry Video Game Nerd is a fascinating and entertaining look at one of the most popular web series of all time. Fans of the show will love getting an inside look at how it is made, while those who are new to the AVGN world will be amazed by the amount of work and creativity that goes into each and every episode. Whether you're a gamer or not, this episode is sure to make you laugh, and give you an appreciation for the art of creating great content on the internet.