How Hollywood Thinks Crises Play Out, In 3 Steps

If you didn't think there was a formula to TV shows and movies, well, we have bad news for you.
How Hollywood Thinks Crises Play Out, In 3 Steps

If you didn't think there was a formula to TV shows and movies, well, we have bad news for you. What's worse is that more and more, showrunners and filmmakers are picking the wrong, dumb formulas to use.

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How Hollywood Thinks Crises Play Out, In 3 Steps
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How Hollywood Thinks Crises Play Out, In 3 Steps
How Hollywood Thinks Crises Play Out, In 3 Steps
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