Fictional shows about real comedians may be a popular genre, but Armstrong says “DICE’s” point of view is unique
Showtime series “DICE” will return for season 2 on Aug. 20, but writer and director Scot Armstrong still remembers the impactful first meeting with Andrew “Dice” Clay, the star and comedian the show is based on. Most of Armstrong’s past bylines include screenwriting for films such as “Old School, ” “Road Trip” and “Hangover II, ” but for “DICE, ” he wears all creative hats. He talked to Salon about the show’s beginnings and why Dice’s complicated personality makes him such a fascinating character.
