While some movies are flawlessly written, where the narratives flow in a definitive direction, and the characters have meaningful growth, others flail a little bit. One way you can tell the writing is a little off is when you see a certain portion, a subplot, of the narrative that seems to be wandering, or even seems like an unwanted guest at a party.Sometimes, such misplaced, misguided subplots are the product of writing inertia. Writing is a temperamental art; you never know when you will be hit with a creative block or when you will start losing interest in your own story. Then a writer may end up writing certain portions just to fill the gaps.Sometimes, a writer may create a subplot with a creative focus. Such subplots start with a promise. They hint at new angles, emotional stakes, and character perspectives, and they seamlessly merge with the central narrative thread. But while writing, their purpose can simply dissipate.This list looks at 10 such narrative detours that don’t flourish; they just thaw and disappear. And quite a few of them are from big productions. So, it’s safe to say such unwanted guests can show up at any party, big or small.10 Unnecessary Movie Subplots1. Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984)Subplot: The forced romance with Willie ScottWritten by: Willard Huyck, Gloria Katz | Directed by: Steven Spielberg The movie traces Indiana Jones (Harrison Ford), who is accidentally stranded in an Indian village and agrees to retrieve the sacred Shiva Lingam...
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