Allan Heinberg Reveals &#8216;The Sandman&#8217; Story Needs to Be Told Now More Than Anything Else: “(It) is an exploration of what it means to be human”

One thing you’ve got to love about larger-than-life fantastical stories existing
in completely fictional universes is that they are ultimately rooted in reality.
They are stories about human emotions. No matter how complex the narrative is,
love is the core, the driving force, and the solution, more often than not, be 
Stranger Things, The Harry Potter franchise, or even the upcoming Netflix
adaptation of The Sandman.


THE SANDMAN IS AN EXPLORATION OF HUMANITY

Adapting 75 issues of graphics novel into a live-action series is no easy feat.
One person who wholeheartedly agrees with this is the co-developer and producer
of Netflix’s The Sandman, Allan Heinberg
[https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-six-little-movies-in-a-row-why-the-sandman-producer-allan-heinberg-is-calling-the-show-so-special-and-different/].
He wrote an entire article on Den of Geek illustrating
[https://www.denofgeek.com/tv/the-sandman-netflix-series-born/] his journey of
getting involved in “The universally beloved masterpiece written by Neil
Gaiman.” After initial hesitation, Heinberg finally came aboard, and we now have
The Sandman about to premiere on the streaming giant on the 5th of August. 



According to Neil Gaiman, Allan Heinberg, and David Goyer, the core of the
adaptation was very simple. “Why is it essential that we tell the story of The
Sandman right now?” The answer to this question influenced “every creative
decision” taken to complete the adaptation. Heinberg further explains, “The
Sandman is an exploration of what it means to be human. To be mortal and
therefore vulnerable. Capable of being hurt, but also capable of loving and
being loved.”

ALSO READ: Netflix’s The Sandman Got THIS Iconic Morpheus Artifact Right
[https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-netflixs-sandman-got-this-iconic-morpheus-artifact-right/]


ALLAN HEINBERG EMPHASIZES THE NEED FOR DREAM’S STORY

Allan reiterates the story of Dream
[https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-the-sandmans-tom-sturridge-feels-dream-is-a-misunderstood-entity-he-feels-everything-that-every-other-being-feels/]
AKA Morpheus AKA The Sandman as “the story of an honorable, arrogant king who
slowly—very slowly—learns how to love. How to be a loving friend, a loving
brother, a loving father.” The juxtaposition of basic human emotions shown from
the perspective of immortal beings is fascinating, to say the least. And they
are not just any beings but are personifications of metaphysical human concepts
like Dream, Death, Desire, and more known as The Endless.
[https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-beings-in-some-ways-more-powerful-than-gods-neil-gaiman-unravels-the-lore-for-the-sandman-and-who-are-the-seven-endless/]

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No matter how over the top the characters of these fantasy tales are, we, as
audience members, always project our own experiences and feelings onto them. And
the authors and show creators tap into that innate tendency, making the stories
incredibly relatable. As Heinberg articulately said, “At this moment in our
shared history, we are constantly being told how divided we all are. But the
truth is, we all love a good story.” That’s what unites us. “Our stories and our
dreams.”

ALSO READ: Netflix Unveils the Voice Behind Martin Tenbones in ‘The Sandman’,
Remember Shrunken Head From ‘Harry Potter’?
[https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-netflix-unveils-the-voice-behind-martin-tenbones-in-the-sandman-remember-shrunken-head-from-harry-potter/]

Do you agree with Allan Heinberg’s sentiments? Regardless, his journey has
definitely made us even more excited for The Sandman.

Natasha Vijan

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Apart from working as an architect in the past, Natasha currently also ghostwrites for various travel and lifestyle blogs like italyfoodies.com, mypureplants.com and more. Moreover, she has also been involved as a screenplay analyst with Outstanding Screenplays London.

An avid cinephile, Natasha especially enjoys quirky dark comedies and gangster films. She can talk about films by Quentin Tarantino and Guy Ritchie for days and even aspires to make her own film someday. When not at work, she can be found at at outdoor music concert or a stand-up gig. Additionally, she’s a feminist, LGBTQIA ally and a strong mental health advocate.

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One thing you&#8217;ve got to love about larger-than-life fantastical stories existing in completely fictional universes is that they are ultimately rooted in reality. They are stories about human emotions. No matter how complex the narrative is, love is the core, the driving force, and the solution, more often than not, be  Stranger Things, The Harry Potter franchise, or even the upcoming Netflix adaptation of The Sandman.
<h2>The Sandman is an exploration of humanity</h2>
Adapting 75 issues of graphics novel into a live-action series is no easy feat. One person who wholeheartedly agrees with this is the co-developer and producer of Netflix&#8217;s The Sandman, <a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-six-little-movies-in-a-row-why-the-sandman-producer-allan-heinberg-is-calling-the-show-so-special-and-different/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Allan Heinberg</a>. He wrote an entire article on Den of Geek <a href="https://www.denofgeek.com/tv/the-sandman-netflix-series-born/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">illustrating</a> his journey of getting involved in &#8220;The universally beloved masterpiece written by Neil Gaiman.&#8221; After initial hesitation, Heinberg finally came aboard, and we now have The Sandman about to premiere on the streaming giant on the 5th of August. 
<div class="flex-video widescreen youtube"><iframe loading="lazy" title="The Sandman | Official Trailer | Netflix" width="1170" height="658" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/83ClbRPRDXU?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>
According to Neil Gaiman, Allan Heinberg, and David Goyer, the core of the adaptation was very simple. &#8220;Why is it essential that we tell the story of The Sandman right now?” The answer to this question influenced &#8220;every creative decision&#8221; taken to complete the adaptation. Heinberg further explains, &#8220;The Sandman is an exploration of what it means to be human. To be mortal and therefore vulnerable. Capable of being hurt, but also capable of loving and being loved.&#8221;
ALSO READ: <a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-netflixs-sandman-got-this-iconic-morpheus-artifact-right/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Netflix’s The Sandman Got THIS Iconic Morpheus Artifact Right</a>
<h2>Allan Heinberg emphasizes the need for Dream&#8217;s story</h2>
Allan reiterates the<a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-the-sandmans-tom-sturridge-feels-dream-is-a-misunderstood-entity-he-feels-everything-that-every-other-being-feels/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> story of Dream</a> AKA Morpheus AKA The Sandman as &#8220;the story of an honorable, arrogant king who slowly—very slowly—learns how to love. How to be a loving friend, a loving brother, a loving father.&#8221; The juxtaposition of basic human emotions shown from the perspective of immortal beings is fascinating, to say the least. And they are not just any beings but are personifications of metaphysical human concepts like Dream, Death, Desire, and more known as <a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-beings-in-some-ways-more-powerful-than-gods-neil-gaiman-unravels-the-lore-for-the-sandman-and-who-are-the-seven-endless/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Endless.</a>
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No matter how over the top the characters of these fantasy tales are, we, as audience members, always project our own experiences and feelings onto them. And the authors and show creators tap into that innate tendency, making the stories incredibly relatable. As Heinberg articulately said, &#8220;At this moment in our shared history, we are constantly being told how divided we all are. But the truth is, we all love a good story.&#8221; That&#8217;s what unites us. &#8220;Our stories and our dreams.&#8221;
ALSO READ: <a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-netflix-unveils-the-voice-behind-martin-tenbones-in-the-sandman-remember-shrunken-head-from-harry-potter/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Netflix Unveils the Voice Behind Martin Tenbones in ‘The Sandman’, Remember Shrunken Head From ‘Harry Potter’?</a>
Do you agree with Allan Heinberg&#8217;s sentiments? Regardless, his journey has definitely made us even more excited for The Sandman.

Netflix Unveils the Voice Behind Martin Tenbones in ‘The Sandman’, Remember
Shrunken Head From ‘Harry Potter’?

Netflix’s The Sandman Got THIS Iconic Morpheus Artifact Right

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Allan Heinberg, the co-developer and producer of Netflix's adaptation of The Sandman discusses the need for retelling the story today.

Allan Heinberg Reveals 'The Sandman' Story Needs to Be Told Now More Than Anything Else: “(It) is an exploration of what it means to be human” - Netflix Junkie

Natasha is a writer at Netflix Junkie. Despite completing her Masters in Architecture from Hochschule Anhalt in Germany, she decided to follow her passion for storytelling. Apart from working as an architect in the past, Natasha currently also ghostwrites for various travel and lifestyle blogs like italyfoodies.com, mypureplants.com and more. Moreover, she has also been involved as a screenplay analyst with Outstanding Screenplays London. An avid cinephile, Natasha especially enjoys quirky dark comedies and gangster films. She can talk about films by Quentin Tarantino and Guy Ritchie for days and even aspires to make her own film someday. When not at work, she can be found at at outdoor music concert or a stand-up gig. Additionally, she’s a feminist, LGBTQIA ally and a strong mental health advocate.

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