When is TV action past the point of too much
Hollywood critics question the need for constant action in cop shows as networks plan more car chases bombs and mayhem for next season. ABC officials defend action as essential for higher ratings, with executives like Eric Bercovici noting network pressure to add more action to Jessie.
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Action defined as movement in TV pacing debate
TV executives spar over action in pilots with ABC executives arguing for one action piece per act to boost pacing. Star resists gunplay and some action. Erlicht and Bercovici discuss what counts as action beyond talk, defining action as car chases crashes fights confrontations and life threatening moments.
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