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When the story follows the character who has learned something that must be told, it's [[Bring News Back]]. (Where the survival rate is somewhat higher.) Compare also [[Pursued Protagonist]], where the messenger is in mortal peril but stands a better chance of becoming a significant supporting character |
When the story follows the character who has learned something that must be told, it's [[Bring News Back]]. (Where the survival rate is somewhat higher.) Compare also [[Pursued Protagonist]], where the messenger is in mortal peril but stands a better chance of becoming a significant supporting character |
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[[Almost-Dead Guy]] is closely related to [[Mortal Wound Reveal]], and vice-versa. |
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[[Truth in Television]], of course. Much of the drama of this situation comes from the fact that in most common law jurisdictions (e.g. England, Canada, the US, etc.) one of the few times hearsay is allowed in sworn testimony is when repeating a dying person's last words. |
[[Truth in Television]], of course. Much of the drama of this situation comes from the fact that in most common law jurisdictions (e.g. England, Canada, the US, etc.) one of the few times hearsay is allowed in sworn testimony is when repeating a dying person's last words. |
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