Whether it is a Shakespearean tragedy or a quiet indie film about a Thanksgiving gone wrong, these stories remind us that the greatest mysteries are not found in space or the deep sea. They are found in the eyes of the person sitting across from you at Christmas dinner, the person who knows exactly which button to push, and exactly why you deserve to have it pushed. That is the enduring power of the tangled web. And we will never, ever get tired of watching it be woven.
Effective family drama storylines often share certain characteristics, including: