The Benoit Blanc Mysteries have reinvented the classic whodunit for a new generation, blending timeless craft with razor-sharp wit. Join Rian Johnson and Glenn Close as they provide an inside look at crafting the next Benoit Blanc adventure, Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, premiering at TIFF 50. Together, they will discuss building the story’s intricate puzzle, assembling a dynamic ensemble, and finding the perfect balance of suspense, humour, and surprise that has made the franchise a global phenomenon.