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Requiem for a Dream

by Hubert Selby, Jr, Darren Aronofsky

Harry visits his mother, Sara, to apologize for his absence and gift her a new television, only to realize with horror that she has become addicted to prescription amphetamines. As he tries to warn her about the danger of the pills, Sara reveals her heartbreaking motivation: the hope of appearing on a television game show to feel seen and valued again.

Everyone Is Having Fun But You

by Brad Vassar

Phin returns home to break the news of his terminal brain tumor to his emotionally distant father, Hank, and his simple-minded brother, Terry. Instead of offering comfort, Hank deflects with television and eventually proposes a competition between himself and Terry to see who will inherit Phin's wealth.

Being the Ricardos

by Aaron Sorkin

Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz confront the network and sponsors with the news of Lucy's pregnancy, a move that threatens the show's future in the 1950s. Desi fights to keep the pregnancy in the script, challenging the era's strict moral codes and television standards to protect his wife's career and their family.

Network

by Paddy Chayefsky

Howard Maxua confronts Diana about her emotional detachment and his own existential crisis. He expresses his guilt over leaving his family and his fear of aging, demanding that she see him as a real human being rather than a television script.