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From Fact to Fiction: Turning a True Story into a Series
Season 13
Episode 11
The demand for entertainment based on true stories has skyrocketed in recent years and is now one of the most popular genres in the television industry. Join this group of TV writers and producers who have found their niche in true-story storytelling. They’ll share advice on the delicate process of adapting a real-life story into scripted TV.
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The filmmakers discuss their Emmy® Award-winning documentary, Wild Wild Country.
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The producer/director shares his indie filmmaking background and extensive body of work.
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Neustadter and Weber discuss The Disaster Artist and adaptation from true events to film.
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Ali LeRoi has worked as a stand-up comedian, writer, director, and television creator.
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Writer/director discusses his long career and what it takes to make a living as a writer.
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Westworld writers/producers discuss crafting a world that thoughtfully mirrors the past.
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The screenwriters dissect their horror hit A Quiet Place and the process of storytelling.
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Markus and McFeely discuss how they were able to create a cohesive and entertaining film.
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In 1991, Linda Woolverton became the first woman to write an animated feature for Disney.
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Legendary producer, actor, comedian, and writer Larry Wilmore talks about his career.
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Academy-Award® nominated actor Woody Harrelson and director Rob Reiner discuss the film.
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Snowpiercer co-writer dissects the story’s journey from graphic novel to script-to-screen.