I spent a lot of time with Barry discussing his motivation, why he'd want to do the show. We had to make sure our vision was compatible, that I would have the opportunity as a filmmaker to have creative controls and be autonomous.
We're gathering headlines, video, audio and lining up interviews. I told Barry that with these allegations and the general negativity in the media, I had to show both sides. I have to, or else I should go home.
We don't make reality shows. We aren't interested in doing reality shows. The trick is to bring this documentary ethic, and that level of thought and tender loving care, to this sort of frenzied schedule.
He's at a place where he's more honest, reflective and self-effacing.
We have to acknowledge and address his image and reputation in order to stay credible. He recognizes that and I don't think he wants to hide from that.
We're shifting slightly to align the content with people's expectations.
He is open to me presenting [his] whole story. I'm eager to put it out there and let people make a judgment. My job is to present a fair, objective, thorough portrait.
They won't see it until we satellite it (to ESPN) on the day of the broadcast.
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