Scripting the Perfect Hallmark Moment

The Heart Of Show Business With Alexia Melocchi

Have you ever wanted to know what makes a Hallmark movie? In this episode I chat with prolific television producer Jon Eskenas, whose development and on set expertise has been credited to several Hallmark and Lifetime movies and series. Having enjoyed professional interaction and a peer to peer friendship for 15 years, together we celebrate the power of Christmas and romance films, and let Jonathan's wisdom guide us in the process from script to screen.
Get some valuable insights on:
The mysterious alchemy that binds the genres of horror and romance, and how the essence of character dynamics can elicit strong viewer investment.
The Hallmark formula and the craft of character evolution.
Behind the curtain of script development and the meticulous orchestration involved in television production.
The allure of a unique log line and the initial magic of character introductions, revealing the intricate dance between writer, producer, and network.
The unpredictable tides of filmmaking, where empathy and the art of living in the present emerge as our guiding stars.
And so much more!
Don't miss this true insider episode packed with golden nuggets!
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Chapters

1. The Heart of Show Business (00:00:04)

2. Hallmark Movies and Romance Structure (00:12:18)

3. Script Development and Storytelling in Television (00:18:28)

4. Producer's Philosophy on Problem Solving (00:30:09)

5. Heart of Show Business Episode Closing (00:37:35)