Power of Ambition

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These characters want the reassurance of the visible, tangible evidence of their outward success or status. The definition and meaning of “success” is at the heart of a Power of Ambition character’s story. Is success truly measured from the outside or from the inside?

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Raising the Bar – Not Bochco at His Best

The audience needs to be actively concerned about a character’s sanity, safety or soul to be truly engaged.

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What Happens in Vegas

This film is a high-spirited Romantic Comedy romp that is a really enjoyable surprise. It has its flaws, particularly in its rather pat ending is well worth seeing.

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