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Related: About this forumThe Making of SNL During COVID: Stories From the Show
Lorne Michaels and the cast of Saturday Night Live share their stories of what it was like filming all of Season 46 during the 2020 presidential election and coronavirus pandemic.
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The Making of SNL During COVID: Stories From the Show (Original Post)
Rhiannon12866
Jun 2021
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mopinko
(73,726 posts)1. the after times will be interesting to watch.
i've been asking people- how are you different now? did you change.
i've gotten some interesting answers. i feel like i am a COMPLETELY different person.
twodogsbarking
(18,778 posts)2. I have watched SNL since show one.
The initial attraction was being able to see live music acts. It was rare then.
The current cast is as good as any. The original cast members were pioneers.
Pluvious
(5,395 posts)3. Recommended viewing !
The story of SNL's 46th season - The Pandemic/Election Year
Even if one's not a big fan, it's quite the tale...
Given how traumatized NYC was, and the challenges to put on a live show every week, it was quite a feat.
This story is more than just interesting, it's funny, moving, and often a bit jaw dropping.