Title: The Answer Men
Genre: Drama/Mystery
Setting: Mid-1950s, prestigious consulting firm
Logline: “The Answer Men” is a captivating drama series set in the mid-1950s, following the enigmatic and highly talented executive, Jack Big, as he navigates the cutthroat world of one of the world’s most prestigious consulting companies. Amidst a backdrop of “creative destruction” and the Red Scare, Jack finds himself caught between solipsism syndrome and Depersonalization disorder. Fuelled by alcohol, sex, and cigarettes, he grapples with his own demons while striving for success in a world defined by Nash equilibrium and the eerie atmosphere of the Twilight Zone.
Synopsis: “The Answer Men” takes place in the high-stakes world of a prestigious consulting company in the mid-1950s. The series explores the lives of the firm’s executives and the intense atmosphere of the era, where conformity and conformity clash with the allure of individuality and creativity.
At the center of the story is Jack Big, an elusive and brilliant executive known for his uncanny ability to disrupt established norms and implement innovative strategies. However, beneath his façade of success, Jack battles solipsism syndrome and Depersonalization disorder, struggling to maintain a grip on reality. The series delves into the complexities of Jack’s character, as he indulges in vices like alcohol, sex, and cigarettes to cope with his internal conflicts.
Amidst this personal turmoil, the professional world Jack inhabits is undergoing a period of “creative destruction.” The consulting company embraces change and revolutionizes industries, but not without consequences. The ever-looming Red Scare adds an additional layer of tension and suspicion, as everyone is under constant scrutiny, unsure of who can be trusted.
Throughout the series, Jack’s journey mirrors the existential and moral dilemmas of the era. The lines between reality and illusion blur, echoing the atmospheric style of films like “Atomic Cafe.” As he delves deeper into his own psyche, he finds himself confronted with the unsettling mysteries of the human mind and the hidden depths of the organization he serves.
Each episode of “The Answer Men” combines the intellectual intrigue of Nash equilibrium with the eerie and thought-provoking storytelling of “The Twilight Zone.” Jack’s personal struggles intertwine with the professional challenges he faces, as he grapples with questions of identity, loyalty, and the consequences of his actions.
“The Answer Men” is a character-driven drama that explores the darker side of ambition, power, and the human condition. It invites viewers to delve into the enigmatic world of Jack Big, where the pursuit of success is entangled with personal demons, societal expectations, and the blurred lines between reality and illusion.
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