How have TV dramas evolved over the years?

How have TV dramas evolved over the years?

Pamela Douglas (Screenwriter) gives expert video advice on: When did dramas come to television?; Why are dramas so popular with audiences? and more...

TV dramas have evolved by taking chances. The frightening prospect of bean counters - business people rather than artists - becoming increasingly in charge of networks has threatened to put a dampener on the very creativity that has now created a golden age. Fortunately, networks are not the only outlets any more. The era of the three big is long gone. Those who dare to do exciting, innovative, honest, deep subject areas and characters are succeeding with their audiences.