
Tales From the ’90s: Before ‘Wicked,’ Winnie Holzman’s ‘My So-Called Life’ Changed TV
The Ankler Podcast
Transformative TV: Crafting Realism
This chapter explores the evolution of transformative television dramas, particularly focusing on 'My So-Called Life' and its impact on storytelling. It delves into the collaborative writing process and the nuanced themes of guilt, identity, and emotional authenticity depicted in the series. Through personal anecdotes and reflections on teenage experiences, the speakers discuss the challenges of creating relatable characters and the deeper emotional messages these shows aimed to convey.
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