The Handmaids Talesecond seasonfaced what might have been a couple of daunting hurdles.

Namely, how do you even begin to think about topping its first lauded season?

And secondly, how do you begin to push on past the confines of Margaret Atwoods classic 1985 novel.

The Handmaid’s Tale

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For executive producer Bruce Miller, the answers and suggestions were all in the text.

You dont have to over-explain anything.

The consequences will be devastating for both sides.

We play that same game in the writers room, says Miller.

The Handmaids Talereturns on April 25 on Hulu.