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TV Review: American Horror Story (FX)

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There has never been anything like this show on television - every cult horror classic film all rolled into a one-hour television series stretched out over a several episodes. If you loved the twisted writing of LOST, you will be waiting for Wednesday nights with just as much anticipation. Television dramas need the audience to feel connected to the characters while developing a weekly repertoire that draws them back. An audience will become invested in the storyline, needing to intake every tidbit they can consume from each of their favorite characters. AMERICAN HORROR STORY has put a new spin on typical television writing by opening the door to arm length character development. This style keeps the viewer intrigued by purposefully putting a wall up between the audience and the characters while using a hook line reel. Its like playing chicken as a kid, riding your bicycle downhill against traffic and due to the youthful heart of invisibility, you begin to peddle faster. Who ...