The Flashis heading straight to the future for starDanielle Panabakers directorial debut.
What was it like directing such an important episode?DANIELLE PANABAKER:It was an honor.
I feel so grateful.
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It was an incredible script.
So I really wanted to do it justice, and Im excited.
I feel like it was a big episode as well.
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Theres these tiny cars that we got that Im obsessed with.
In terms of working with Jess, that was a gift because shes so incredibly talented.
That part was easy.
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What does Central City look like in 2049?2049 is apost-Crisisworld.
It actually looks really modern and sleek.
So, a little bit minimalist, but clean and white and bright.
How are Barry and Iris handling this huge surprise?Its a struggle, for sure.
Barry comes face to face with Thawne in this episode too.
What was it like directing that moment?I felt incredibly lucky.
I was dreaming about that scene from the first time I read that script.
Because Eobard Thawne is such a strong villain, he really gives Barry a run for his money.
Eobard in particular is very smart and manipulative, and he is Barrys archnemisis.
To get to do that scene with those two unbelievable actors was such a gift.
Did you read any comics to prepare and inspire the episode?Absolutely!
What can we expect from Godspeed in this episode?I think its pretty cool.
The first being that was actually my first day directing.
One piece of advice a lot of directors gave me was Make your first day easy.
The writer Kelly Wheeler was up with me in Vancouver, and I entrusted her to keep watching playback.
Whenever actors direct an episode of their show, they usually prepare by shadowing other directors.
Which directors did you observe?I shadowed a lot.
I think I made our line producer a little crazy because I just kept showing up in production meetings.
I just wanted to listen and observe as much as I could.
What was the most useful piece of advice you received?Wear comfortable shoes.
[Laughs] Actually, everyone gave me different advice.
So you cant burn any bridges.
It was really, really useful advice.
David McWhirther has unbelievable enthusiasm and energy.
Everyone had different advice from their perspective.
When I spoke Danielle Nicolet last year, she said that Tom yells, Lights!
before every take like an old-timey director.
before a scene, because it can really affect the energy and momentum of a scene.
Have you caught the directing bug?
Is there another Arrowverse show youd like to direct?
If so, which one?Absolutely!
I would love to go over toSupergirl.
Theyre a very positive and enthusiastic set.
I feel like the tone is a little bit similar.
The Flashairs Tuesdays at 8 p.m. on the CW.
