Soap Operas

Looks behind-the-scenes to see how the daytime soap opera All My Children is made. Shows how a dramatic scene evolves and examines the unique relationship which exists between 35 million soap-watchers and their favorite serials. Presents soap writer Pete Lemay talking about the rigors of writing for the form and expresses concern about the impact of the soap opera on American culture. Hosted by Ruth Warrick.

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