"I've always been a troublemaker. It runs in the family."
—J.T. March III
James Trafford "J.T." March III is a screenwriter and director.
Biography[]
James Trafford "J.T." March III grew up in a creative and rebellious family, with a legacy of creating successful media content. His grandfather, James Trafford March Sr., was an acclaimed science fiction writer who wrote Plastic Souls and Manhattan Shrugged. This inspired J.T. to pursue a career in media himself.
J.T. created and/or wrote several controversial but widely successful television shows including Mysterious Island, Fogdancing, and American Hero Story. He quickly gained notice for his bold and controversial storytelling, which challenged the boundaries of traditional media. He became famous for pushing the boundaries of what was acceptable on television, and his shows frequently received backlash from fans and critics alike. In response to this, the Red Code Index was created, which is a system of content warnings before every movie and TV show that airs in the United States. Despite this, J.T.'s shows continued to be successful and remained popular among viewers.
March is one of the few people to figure out that the Dimensional Incursion Event, which occurred in 1985 and resulted in the deaths of three million people, was a false flag operation, though he incorrectly blames the United States government (and not Adrian Veidt) for the catastrophe. He believes that the government created and unleashed the squid monster to seize power and control over the country. March also correctly guesses that his grandfather was one of the key participants in the creation of the monster and had unwittingly participated in the creation of the monster, but when he realized what he had done, the government covered it up and killed his grandfather to keep the truth from coming to light.
In an interview about American Hero Story's next season soundtrack, the interviewer begins by asking J.T. March III about the controversial second season of his show and the abrupt ending that left many fans dissatisfied. The interviewer specifically asks about the portrayal of Senator Joseph David Keene, Sr. as a member of the secret society known as Cyclops. March is quick to defend the Keene family, stating that they are the kindest and most wonderful people he has ever met and that there is no portrayal of Keene in his show. He implies that the show's ending was due to creative differences with the network rather than any political agenda.[1]
Personality[]
J.T. March III is a complex and multi-faceted individual with a unique personality. As a reclusive artist, he tends to keep his personal life and work separate and has stated that he prefers to let his work speak for itself. He is known for his edgy and thought-provoking storytelling, which often challenges traditional beliefs and values.
Despite his reputation as a controversial figure, J.T. is genuinely passionate about his art. He is often described as a true individualist, who is not afraid to speak his mind, even if his opinions are unpopular. While he is known for his reclusive nature, J.T. is not antisocial and enjoys the company of like-minded individuals who share his passion for creativity and art.
Trivia[]
- J.T. March is a very reclusive artist. So much so that he requested to have his face blurred on the soundtrack for American Hero Story: Minutemen.