Are Vertical Dramas the Media We Need Right Now? A Conversation with Nick Garabedian

Описание: In this thoughtful conversation, Jen speaks with actor Nick Garabedian, known for roles in vertical hits like The Boss Affair, Free My Heart, and Enemies with Benefits.

Nick shares how he got started in vertical dramas, how the industry has evolved, and why some stories work better than others. Together, he and Jen dig into the emotional and creative value of short-form storytelling—and why so many people are turning to verticals for comfort, catharsis, and escape.

We cover:
🎥The surprising start to Nick’s career—and how The Boss Affair changed everything
🎥Why Free My Heart stood out
🎥What’s missing from many current scripts—and why Nick believes new genres (like detective stories or time-travel sagas) could breathe new life into verticals
🎥The real-world pressures shaping what stories people want today
🎥How directing his own short films is helping Nick reconnect with his love of storytelling

This isn’t just for fans of Nick’s work—it’s for anyone curious about the rise of vertical dramas and how they fit into the wider cultural moment.

⏱️ Timestamps:

00:40 – Nick’s Acting Journey
03:20 – The Surprise Success of Vertical Dramas
07:40 – Betting on Verticals Full-Time
09:05 – How the Stories Have Changed
11:50 – Vertical Tropes.
17:20 – Why Viewers Need Comfort Now
21:00 – Free My Heart
25:20 – Enemies with Benefits
30:00 – Playing with Accents & Dream Roles
32:50 – What’s Next for Nick?
34:15 – Making Your Own Films: The Process

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Welcome to Vertical Drama Love, your ultimate destination for all things vertical drama! Vertical Drama Love is dedicated to celebrating and exploring the captivating world of vertical dramas—short-form video series designed specifically for vertical viewing on smartphones. Originating in China, this innovative format has rapidly gained global popularity, offering viewers fast-paced, engaging storylines filled with beloved tropes like enemies to lovers, contract marriages, and supernatural elements.​

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