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The Story of Soaps

Documentary
2020, 2h
This ABC/PEOPLE television special highlights the impact of the soap opera. In today's shifting television landscape, "The Story of Soaps" traces how female creators migrated from radio to television to become the dominant force in daytime for more than three decades. Today, the legacy of the soap opera continues all over prime time and reality t.v. An extensive look is taken at this iconic, impactful genre.
Country: United States
Cast:
Vivica A. Fox,
Alec Baldwin,
Bryan Cranston,
Denise Richards
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Rebecca Gitlitz
Director
Robin Pelleck
Director
Vivica A. Fox
As Self
Alec Baldwin
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Bryan Cranston
As Self
Denise Richards
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Jon Hamm
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"The Story of Soaps" is a captivating documentary that delves into the rich history of soap operas and their enduring impact on the television landscape. From their humble beginnings on radio to their current forms in prime time and reality TV, this film explores the genre's evolution and the trailblazing women who have shaped it. With a deep dive into the stories, characters, and creators that have made soap operas so beloved, this special offers a fascinating look at an iconic part of our cultural heritage.

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