Kevin R. Wright, the executive producer of the Marvel series 'Loki', discusses his collaboration with Tom Hiddleston on the National Geographic series 'Pompeii: Out of Time'. Wright and Hiddleston's partnership began with Wright pitching the idea for a 'Loki' series to Hiddleston, which led to the creation of Marvel's finest TV show to date. The success of their collaboration prompted Hiddleston to pitch an idea for a new project to Wright, resulting in the formation of their production company, Ithaca. Wright's background in combat camera and documentary filmmaking influenced the approach to 'Pompeii: Out of Time', blending documentary and drama techniques. The series explores the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD through the stories of three real Romans, with Hiddleston using a phantom time twister to pause and rewind time, mirroring the storytelling devices used in 'Loki'. Wright and Hiddleston's interest in time and complex storytelling has led to a new language and technique in nonfiction storytelling, with plans for future projects in both fiction and nonfiction. Wright also reflects on Hiddleston's passion and dedication to the character of Loki, and their shared vision for the character's future in the Marvel universe, including the upcoming 'Avengers: Doomsday'. The success of 'Pompeii: Out of Time' has sparked interest in a potential feature film adaptation, as Wright and Hiddleston explore the untapped potential of the Pompeii stories.
