Dynasty’s Esther Shapiro Shapes Prime Time TV
Esther Shapiro, ABC programming and writing consultant, shapes Dynasty and other projects. The piece notes her critique of TV today, highlights her credits including The Cracker Factory Intimate Strangers Minstrel Man Roots II and Friendly Fire, and discusses Dynasty’s literary allusions and Denver oilman Blake Carrington storyline.
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TV Schedule and Soap Opera Commentary Notes
Channel 61 daily lineup lists red hot afternoon and prime time shows with titles including Green Acres Addams Family McHale’s Navy Newlywed Game and Starsky and Hutch plus movies Take Me Out to the Ball Game Female on the Beach and Grand Central Murder. The article adds a critical aside on Dynasty Midland Heights Flamingo Road Dallas and Knot’s Landing, noting reception and cancellations as pop culture commentary.
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Evening TV Highlights and Movie Schedule Summary
Television listings for channels 8 25 or 5 23 3 13 43 detail 60 90 minute specials and films from 8 PM to 4 AM. Notable items include White Shadow M A S H Tonight Show Quincy and several 1950s 1970s movies with cast names.
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