Do Lifetime TV screenwriters all use a template? Every movie seems to follow the same exact format, to the point where you know exactly where to queue up each part so you don't have to watch the whole movie. I am about to vom on the next Lifetime TV movie!
We need more unpredictable stories to stay engaged. Now I only watch the "true story" movies on Lifetime Movie Network not to set myself up for disappointment.
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Jane, thanks so DARN much for testifying! I'm with you about those Lifetime TV-movie writers!
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"If it aint broken, leave it alone." As a screenwriter (freelance) you either listen to Lifetime execs or look for another employer. Corporations dont ask writers for marketing advice.
Here is a plot generator for Hallmark Christmas movies. Good writers can make lemons into steaks :)
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As much as script and industry “experts” will try to tell new writers how important it is to have a great script… it’s unfortunately more important to have something that’s proven to make money continuously.