The Boys Creator Wanted Black Noir's Animated Scenes To Evoke This Director

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The Boys creator reveals the classic director that inspired Black Noir's surreal animated scenes

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Eric Kripke wanted Black Noir's imaginary friend scenes to channel the 'whimsical, dreamlike' style of Terry Gilliam, known for his work in Monty Python
Kripke says the Gilliam-esque animation helps bring Black Noir's troubled psyche to life and adds a touch of the unexpected to the gritty superhero show

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Eric Kripke, Terry Gilliam, The Boys