‘The Boroughs’ Creators On The Significance of “Thunder Road” And Why Everyone Thought They “Were Crazy” To Go After The Bruce Springsteen Song
The creators of 'The Boroughs' discuss the significance of Bruce Springsteen's song 'Thunder Road' in their series. They faced skepticism for choosing a song that had never been used in television or film before. However, they believe it perfectly captures the emotional journey of the characters in the show.
- ▪The song 'Thunder Road' is featured prominently in 'The Boroughs', particularly during a poignant scene involving the character Sam.
- ▪Co-creators Will Matthews and Jeffrey Addiss faced doubts about using the song, as it had never been licensed for a show or movie before.
- ▪They chose the song for its emotional depth and its ability to resonate with multiple generations.
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