Hi. I am writing a drama series intended for TV. The story has a plot of 18 years (coming of age sort). My doubt here is how to narrate that plot in 1 single season. Is it viable and acceptable ? I don't intend to further it or write another season. It will be just one series of say 15 episodes. How...
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Hi. I have considered that option Charles K. Frazier ... Thanks
How long are the episodes going to run for?
I am thinking of 25 minutes.
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That should be plenty of time! Roughly a year per episode should be good - as long as you know what you’re going to to with those years. I’d say get a nice clear focus of your plot beats and which epi...
Expand commentThat should be plenty of time! Roughly a year per episode should be good - as long as you know what you’re going to to with those years. I’d say get a nice clear focus of your plot beats and which episodes you’re going to place them in, and then break down the structure of each episode so you can get the pacing even. Also, think about the style. How you present it will have a big impact on episode length!
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If your narrative is not linear and goes back in time to the present then you really wouldn't have a problem. Why don't you write a story arc in the form of cards or a story flow. You will have all the answers