tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54146212577195314972024-03-14T01:04:34.607-07:00tvtvtvGil Lianehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02386868881463602835noreply@blogger.comBlogger133125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5414621257719531497.post-66822177403638195562023-05-20T02:06:00.006-07:002023-05-20T03:27:52.901-07:00Revisiting Iconic TV: Struggle Between Creator and Fandom<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="709" data-original-width="709" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsr6jehd1-yhaWE7fddR46whArr4UoaOnxGuWPetkYSr1J8KLIgjZgHwr0atUUAvcv_qxab_3YrFOM30xidsNhRB1SF7vRB0eEHubw1o2b-T7iVa5POKgHsdxSFbqrsOVfF7aO5ayZ3rroDenebSFQNvJp1vf_rPdMaYyaR6t3F9z-r4hAHEWmHhK0MQ/s320/blogrevival.jpg" width="320" /></span></div><span style="font-family: times;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Returning to a classic universe and beloved characters is a complex investment. Revisiting a popular fictional scenario sounds great. A ready-made fanbase means guaranteed high ratings and positive reviews, right? The answer is a complicated yes and no.</div></span><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">Revivals like Teen Wolf: The Movie, Veronica Mars, and Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life all highlighted the quandary of revisiting TV show worlds, especially those that begin in a character’s teen years, and then return after a few years to showcase the characters</span><span style="font-family: times;">’ </span><span style="font-family: times;">adult lives.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;">Most revivals prove a crash and burn experience that rarely leads to another screen outing. Why? In simple terms, the expectations of viewers and the vision of the writer/creator rarely align. Both sides are emotionally invested, yet hold different priorities. </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></span></p><h3 style="text-align: left;"><b><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;">Creator vs Fan</span></span></b></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;">The question, of course is who does the world belong to? Without the series creator and their imagination and vision, it would not exist. But it could not have been renewed each season without a loyal audience providing consistently successful ratings.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;">The relationship is symbiotic. Both groups need each other. But when it comes to a TV show return, the parameters of the relationship have changed. Often, the new dynamic fails to satisfy due in part to differing expectations of the fictional world’s evolution.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><span lang="EN-US">This is never more obvious than when the audience met their heroes as insecure teenagers. To fans, those onscreen connections were special/unbreakable, and lead characters were meant to </span>become happy and successful, personally and/or professionally.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></p><h3 style="text-align: left;"><b><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;">Writers and Conflict</span></span></b></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;">For the creator, revisiting the show means a chance to throw new challenges at the characters. But having given the series some form of closure in the finale, they feel the need to deliver a world where the previously created or implied HEA is now toast.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;">Audiences assume the series will begin again at the next phase of Happily Ever After—even if chaos ensues later. Yet creators consistently begin a series in a familiar world with a discontented, messy set-up, fueling viewer dissatisfaction from the get-go.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;">One of two paths is usually taken. In pursuit of conflict, writers may regress characters in a revisited series so they can return to a similar narrative framework, rehashing variations of past plots, albeit now with world-weary versions of popular characters.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;">Alternately, writers choose the complete opposite, presenting new relationships, new settings, and almost new personalities for those in beloved fictional worlds, sometimes completely at odds with the iconic small screen reality fans have cherished.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;">For the creator, the original episodes were birthed by their past self who lived in another world, with a different perspective. In a sense they’re burdened by the expectation of new output that somehow reflects who they were then, not who they are now.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></span></p><h3 style="text-align: left;"><b><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;">Fans and Character Growth</span></span></b></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;">Fans are often genuinely invested in the happiness of iconic characters. Having watched their personal journey for years—a staggered upward climb of growing self-awareness and personal evolution—audiences assume this evolution continued post-series.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;">For the fans, iconic characters are larger than life. For the creators, humanizing these icons with mundane failures and disappointments is more appealing, often wiping clean series elements considered canon that originally endeared the show to audiences.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;">Fans can also forget reality itself has changed in the interim. Many beloved TV shows of the past are now criticized for problematic content in terms of representation, whether racial, sexual or gender-oriented. Definitions of acceptable humor also change.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;">A few hours cannot provide equal emotional satisfaction as multiple seasons of TV, especially if fans waited years for a “faithful” revisit. Minutes spent on new characters feel wasted, even if creators view these as reflective of authentic life changes.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;">Treatment of ships also fuels fan dissatisfaction. Romantic couples the series spent years creating, may be swept aside in a revisit, the break-up in the show’s past. Fun for the writer who gets to play with new dynamics. Not so fun for invested fandoms.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></span></p><h3 style="text-align: left;"><b><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;">Practical Considerations</span></span></b></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;">A fan of a series expects the most popular stars to appear, and the most beloved ships to continue or eventuate. Yet certain talent can be in high demand, impossible to schedule, too expensive for the project, or contracted to competitor networks.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;">Stars can also be uninterested. Perhaps they didn’t enjoy working on the show, or playing a popular character hindered their career post-series, making them unwilling to bring the character to life again. Management could argue against an appearance.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;">Studios and production companies may have “thoughts” on the focal points of the new outing. General audiences remember the hit years, not so much later storylines, leading to a push for a return to set-ups marketed early on in the original series.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></span></p><h3 style="text-align: left;"><b><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;">Lessons Learned</span></span></b></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;">The undocumented time period between the original series and the follow-up series or film, is a lead source of conflict. Making the time gap larger, and/or the changes in circumstance starker and more unexpected, simply exacerbates an already thorny issue.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;">Imagine an old friend you admire moved overseas to marry and enjoy a new job, with plans to have multiple children. Later, you meet again to discover they are now unemployed, widowed, and their remaining family member has a terminal illness.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;">Now, imagine instead they’re happy when you reconnect but have returned to a similar state of affairs as when you met a decade ago. Both of these scenarios feel an unsatisfactory outcome for a loved friend—and echo fan responses to revisited television.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: times;">A battle between two groups who believe they “know” the best path forward for a fictional universe. For creators, finding an effective middle ground that honors the past while shaping a longer future for the series, is frankly easier said than done.</span><span face="Calibri, sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p>Gil Lianehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02386868881463602835noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5414621257719531497.post-3879245928682739792022-08-14T22:32:00.006-07:002022-08-15T00:33:57.670-07:00Star Trek: Strange New Worlds<p></p><div style="text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD1t7pM8jsuMPhVs35B2GQu438RBmSdnS8WyZSVSYvtLi60VGsRrQbyXawyrvndF_r2H7W466CzPT8zkUhZTylRtaUCHq3KZkeFrgIhYtCAZkSR-yIU7N471rYUv6DJzXTJwrbeSXFmOFY04Nsws9FSDNiM-xxSN_mlD55zCT9hYOq6hLAs1bltn32iA/s1600/SNW-poster2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD1t7pM8jsuMPhVs35B2GQu438RBmSdnS8WyZSVSYvtLi60VGsRrQbyXawyrvndF_r2H7W466CzPT8zkUhZTylRtaUCHq3KZkeFrgIhYtCAZkSR-yIU7N471rYUv6DJzXTJwrbeSXFmOFY04Nsws9FSDNiM-xxSN_mlD55zCT9hYOq6hLAs1bltn32iA/s320/SNW-poster2.jpg" width="216" /></a></div><span style="font-family: times;">The first season of the new Star Trek series reminds us the heart and intelligence that personifies the best of the franchise, is still beating. </span></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">In a United States that appears to arguably be experiencing an existential crisis, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds is a beacon of hope in a too-often bleak and reductive American television landscape.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">The strength of the series: how elegantly both the season, and singular episodes are constructed. Plot points that traverse the season meld seamlessly with single episode adventure formats.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZOE0Uf85Xj9UJrR3Q62AYmNT7t5AYl7peYKasXJNK8YsEn69Bt4nei8dijiLcymhLrUpBwZNOlP2OFXSM_4-nDWx_7CPxlf9NtpjBAooDvA1OOQQXsGd4PKlQrgcVdSyGC-NaHy6wbP4wCpAOHcDMEyo3UjHy1W2H4hx3Lf2XiK9SO2VSAwh4xjgcAw/s1000/Star-Trek-New-Worlds-TV-Review.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="1000" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZOE0Uf85Xj9UJrR3Q62AYmNT7t5AYl7peYKasXJNK8YsEn69Bt4nei8dijiLcymhLrUpBwZNOlP2OFXSM_4-nDWx_7CPxlf9NtpjBAooDvA1OOQQXsGd4PKlQrgcVdSyGC-NaHy6wbP4wCpAOHcDMEyo3UjHy1W2H4hx3Lf2XiK9SO2VSAwh4xjgcAw/s320/Star-Trek-New-Worlds-TV-Review.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">As a child, Captain Pike in the original Star Trek series was the first tragic figure I encountered on television, and obviously lingered in my psyche. The series amplifies the complexity of his character arc.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">To me, Captain Pike has always epitomised the idea, bad things happen to good people. This series asks, what if he knew his future, but also faced a conundrum: changing it to save his life, would condemn others?<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">The best science fiction often incorporates questions of ethics, considers empathy, and ponders complicated humanitarianism. Star Trek: Strange New Worlds truly honours these thought-provoking narratives. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">At the same time, like the best of all Star Treks, Strange New Worlds addresses the issues of today. Diversity, and making a stand against discrimination–even societally accepted forms—are woven throughout.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2lXQEhhOMK5QdhTfAGhD0AJRjbNf06CjUpgnJo0PeUHYqXfn-Hc3cd8wD7wKh_OvRJJJ1bYx-4IZeJFO2YwrzYNczzQaegNoDgO8wr7U3fuAj-Rc1YNMh8j5Dg5pMuLVbOZzTbzsr8stMRCwG8Zold6ZOyB_3M4lAwVKE8VfHvl-luayN0kW06Ua7fQ/s768/star-trek-strange-new-worlds-uhura.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="432" data-original-width="768" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2lXQEhhOMK5QdhTfAGhD0AJRjbNf06CjUpgnJo0PeUHYqXfn-Hc3cd8wD7wKh_OvRJJJ1bYx-4IZeJFO2YwrzYNczzQaegNoDgO8wr7U3fuAj-Rc1YNMh8j5Dg5pMuLVbOZzTbzsr8stMRCwG8Zold6ZOyB_3M4lAwVKE8VfHvl-luayN0kW06Ua7fQ/s320/star-trek-strange-new-worlds-uhura.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p><span style="font-family: times;">Amongst these large themes, personal growth also has a solid presence, something that has always been part of Star Trek’s appeal. Here, the well-rounded characters are revealed to be increasingly complex as episodes unfold.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">Visually, the series is a fusion of various incarnations of Star Trek, with its own signature take. Cinematic, awash in stunning wide shots and meaningful close-ups, the camerawork creates a sense of motion.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">The editing, lighting and sound mesh beautifully. Set design captures the spirit of Trek with a 2020s influence. Special effects never distract. The monologues sound so rich. The series is a pleasure to watch. </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"></span></o:p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: times;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPL0wnm2M2QfUcieZNVliv15Hc78fGH-jOv-7sqCm4D7NDJAvagyfXWsrsnVsGt_tCEm_EZJ3t6E9HgsdQoy3F8CFAZUA43l0Stx0utr2PXtKbeZU6egEtOCjm1d3iJlP85smfYYFMlrLz45lzkXj25eetbFT7YLQZ3gn2z2HcwDnoJAlj186QxFEO9g/s1000/MV5BNGU2MzcxOTctOGNkNi00NDBlLWE4NmItODU2YmRmMTg3YTg2XkEyXkFqcGdeQXVyODAzMDY0MTY@._V1_FMjpg_UX1000_.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPL0wnm2M2QfUcieZNVliv15Hc78fGH-jOv-7sqCm4D7NDJAvagyfXWsrsnVsGt_tCEm_EZJ3t6E9HgsdQoy3F8CFAZUA43l0Stx0utr2PXtKbeZU6egEtOCjm1d3iJlP85smfYYFMlrLz45lzkXj25eetbFT7YLQZ3gn2z2HcwDnoJAlj186QxFEO9g/s320/MV5BNGU2MzcxOTctOGNkNi00NDBlLWE4NmItODU2YmRmMTg3YTg2XkEyXkFqcGdeQXVyODAzMDY0MTY@._V1_FMjpg_UX1000_.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">For me, probably costuming and hair and makeup are the weakest aspects. But in saying that, it’s still strong, just not as impactful as I would have hoped for, with a few style choices I consider less effective.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">At the heart of the series, optimism prevails (in an era where negativity has quite the presence across American entertainment). Captain Pike is the embodiment of optimism and faith in the better aspects of humanity. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">The casting is quite brilliant. I’ve never found any episode jarring from lacklustre performances. Lead trio Anson Mount, Ethan Peck and Rebecca Romijn do a truly stunning job in their roles.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv8KXDkMqgoHFDK2mhVOSRjBKvZmJJBg4cssDiJ1HvVL6eP1g3MCSCgWnTgljhmT0xV0S2JOiWjw9biJ_J7Qsyo2KAvjkbIGG6rQVf0OEJUl3dv9v_IeaYRkATRTqbNRAJWsRz1c9FMR4aHlkIWvnhHwBDo5JBXkY6f5_wSqHReajoMdhAdL-rJLyR-A/s1400/star-trek-strange-new-worlds-the-elysian-kingdom-108-mbenga-sickbay-02.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="1400" height="160" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv8KXDkMqgoHFDK2mhVOSRjBKvZmJJBg4cssDiJ1HvVL6eP1g3MCSCgWnTgljhmT0xV0S2JOiWjw9biJ_J7Qsyo2KAvjkbIGG6rQVf0OEJUl3dv9v_IeaYRkATRTqbNRAJWsRz1c9FMR4aHlkIWvnhHwBDo5JBXkY6f5_wSqHReajoMdhAdL-rJLyR-A/s320/star-trek-strange-new-worlds-the-elysian-kingdom-108-mbenga-sickbay-02.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span style="font-family: times;"><div><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;">But performances across the board are also impressive. The crew feels like a cohesive, complementing casting effort. It’s always great to see selecting the core characters for a TV series taken seriously.</div></span><div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></div><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">Overall, I would consider Star Trek: Strange New World’s greatest strength to be, confidence. The show runners clearly selected a team capable of producing the highest quality of television. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">A sense of pathos has always been essential to Star Trek’s success. The latest series blends the best of past Treks with present sociological priorities, while still remembering to be consistently entertaining.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">The new Star Trek maintains a franchise preference for hierarchical structures and the normalisation of monogamy, probably because target American audiences feel most comfortable with these elements.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSeUj4MsNHruWg6pE0YhusKMNfotl9cSCTGBof2T8IsGoziJ6RQsX9WssRJcGVqNIqf2ezPHTaoQHX41XQdRA3hQmO0KkgVeWN0Ntb2_Rkb8H9rstOwPuEThaAMuo_fbdVIx8MY-4RH4q6kGaXCW3y33npNPnewEs3RhXAZa_mXzRCfixbvllGyHqwTQ/s744/Alien_mother_%2528Deleb%2529.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="744" data-original-width="699" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSeUj4MsNHruWg6pE0YhusKMNfotl9cSCTGBof2T8IsGoziJ6RQsX9WssRJcGVqNIqf2ezPHTaoQHX41XQdRA3hQmO0KkgVeWN0Ntb2_Rkb8H9rstOwPuEThaAMuo_fbdVIx8MY-4RH4q6kGaXCW3y33npNPnewEs3RhXAZa_mXzRCfixbvllGyHqwTQ/s320/Alien_mother_%2528Deleb%2529.png" width="301" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">Yet, in the mix are suggestions and explorations of other cultural takes on ways to live and communicate, and I’ve always considered these storytelling moments to be the marker that makes for great Star Trek.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">There is still swagger and humour and a penchant for exploring interpersonal relationships as much as the galaxy. But here, restraint and inference make for quite the thoughtful, contemplative take. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">I feel the series is telling us there are different ways to be bold. Reminding us of the power of the medium. Celebrating the idea of a society built on education, and positive ideological framework.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">The need for the humanities, and the sciences to have equal power is strong in Trek. The pilot episode even references America having a dark future. "Civil War, then the Eugenics War, then finally just World War III."</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"></span></o:p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: times;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTPhd1ggLdr1xBZrNihF80NO4Lzm2QoavCpf4AOpaCo9kGYFnTpo12QQ0jD8jva7wzq7UEQ1xjKoawM51I07x_vq9nZ13Gxh1iCrj0Ke-DWujxnxDORqWfEazMNQnhKuHIxEBS8eJ2cLHc5A1sje-4eRZhuqZSTaNSxs_mykFBPlzPaXNboKFKMGLnDA/s3377/stranded-landing-party-star-trek-strange-new-worlds.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3377" data-original-width="2251" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTPhd1ggLdr1xBZrNihF80NO4Lzm2QoavCpf4AOpaCo9kGYFnTpo12QQ0jD8jva7wzq7UEQ1xjKoawM51I07x_vq9nZ13Gxh1iCrj0Ke-DWujxnxDORqWfEazMNQnhKuHIxEBS8eJ2cLHc5A1sje-4eRZhuqZSTaNSxs_mykFBPlzPaXNboKFKMGLnDA/s320/stranded-landing-party-star-trek-strange-new-worlds.jpeg" width="213" /></a></span></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">The series is proof television can still be intelligent, engaging, entertaining and encourage open-mindedness without alienating audiences—and all of this is more impactful in a beautifully made bundle.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">“Well there’s surviving, and then there’s living,” says the Captain in the first episode, an approach to life that permeates this series. Captain Pike and his crew are going to enjoy every step of their bold, somewhat poetic journey.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">After less than stellar Trek forays–action-focused, or telling rather than showing—Star Trek: Strange New Worlds sets the franchise back on course, envisioning a smarter, kinder, braver and more self-aware future. </span><span face="Calibri, sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeeWCDWnmKLnYyzAxe5CcLLPFXMpjWm4KgWrgYz0a20TlpP2P7pteGazKXz-gKBa7gNH75LB8nyoc5ncgFPI-iyOa4-CE1vJoClZQdtxbbocLQQVVgraSmB-KpeB4Picn7sp8YSs1tsCZZjYVN2N-xMwxArD9lF5nPEe0nwBzffN4z1kh3bXK2SyZfxw/s1250/cooking.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="621" data-original-width="1250" height="159" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeeWCDWnmKLnYyzAxe5CcLLPFXMpjWm4KgWrgYz0a20TlpP2P7pteGazKXz-gKBa7gNH75LB8nyoc5ncgFPI-iyOa4-CE1vJoClZQdtxbbocLQQVVgraSmB-KpeB4Picn7sp8YSs1tsCZZjYVN2N-xMwxArD9lF5nPEe0nwBzffN4z1kh3bXK2SyZfxw/s320/cooking.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p></div>Gil Lianehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02386868881463602835noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5414621257719531497.post-60405476780720511382022-01-11T02:10:00.005-08:002022-08-16T07:37:33.252-07:00Why Hellbound is the Standout Series for 2021<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgIpxzNCpZyz5IdY7PEJsB2sDTfwWI45_f-Qiq1juSE7VtxeppxDN2PJU-7SshBpa8-mUQ1qrJAKjVPqKYBmvkH7tfL1BVmz5B8BLsn3F1A3DR1wf1fzOfqCmbJE0Wo6eYR9qVEO8XcoJQ-kNuEB9cShRYiE6ippEpNTwQrioXItREQVxpJN0oChlfAGg=s2000" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="2000" height="173" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgIpxzNCpZyz5IdY7PEJsB2sDTfwWI45_f-Qiq1juSE7VtxeppxDN2PJU-7SshBpa8-mUQ1qrJAKjVPqKYBmvkH7tfL1BVmz5B8BLsn3F1A3DR1wf1fzOfqCmbJE0Wo6eYR9qVEO8XcoJQ-kNuEB9cShRYiE6ippEpNTwQrioXItREQVxpJN0oChlfAGg=s320" width="320" /></a></div><p><span style="font-family: times;"> An intelligent scripted TV series that holds a mirror to modern culture was never going to be widely embraced.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt;"><span style="font-family: times;">Hellbound is a South Korean 6 episode series that sees random members of the community receiving messages warning of their time of upcoming death. Bizarre creatures appear, brutally killing the condemned, before disappearing again, seemingly into thin air.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt;"><span style="font-family: times;">As expected, the increase in killings has severe ramifications on society. The plot starts just as the phenomena begins, taking us through the ensuing years.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt;"><span style="font-family: times;">Hellbound tackles hard issues, including religion, and government: the symbiosis that develops, and the way religious organisations generally adapt to the fears of the many, while benefiting the few.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt;"><span style="font-family: times;">South Korean dramas are often lauded for quality writing, and this is no exception. But while critics celebrate the series, less enthused reviews by the everyday global audience are showing more about the reviewers, than the material itself.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt;"><span style="font-family: times;">The anger of those who don't like to think beyond the obvious; the confusion of those who have lost the ability to process storytelling that isn't simply a spoon-fed linear narrative; the indignation of those made uncomfortable at the portrayal of judgmental and dogmatic mindsets.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt;"><span style="font-family: times;">The unease of those unwilling to consider the role of religion in their behavioural patterns; the boredom of those for whom television only entertains if it is truly empty of social commentary.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt;"><span style="font-family: times;">The discomfort of those who see aspects of themselves onscreen, and the outrage of those who want to live in a shallow world rather than imagine reshaping it.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt;"><span style="font-family: times;">…Do I sound critical? That's because I am. Entertainment doesn't need to be empty, or an endless visceral thrill. Contrary to today’s popular thinking, television that challenges are not inherently flawed.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt;"><span style="font-family: times;">The creatures of Hellbound are a metaphor for occurrences that humanity cannot explain. In response, society will always attempt to create a suitable narrative. This is the way it has always been. And often, when fear prevails, there is an ugliness embedded in the result.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt;"><span style="font-family: times;">Many have criticised Hellbound for plot holes, when they actually mean character inconsistencies that accurately reflect human irrationality, especially in the face of an existential crisis.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt;"><span style="font-family: times;">The pandemic itself has shown humanity’s obsession with choosing a narrative: creating a personal or societal mish mash of beliefs to uphold the idea of a reality they can accept. It can be argued, the discomfort and dissatisfaction with Hellbound arises from resentment at this subconscious tendency being placed under scrutiny.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt;"><span style="font-family: times;">The unknown has always fascinated writers. Hellbound offers us the result of a society dealing with the unexplainable. It also encompasses personal journeys within this context. Often gritty, and gory, it isn’t fun. It’s brutal, challenging, and riveting.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt;"><span style="font-family: times;">Characters grapple with existential dread, revenge vs justice, the definition of sin, and the complexities of family. While there are traditionally “good” characters, they are in the minority. Almost everyone becomes flawed and erratic under the pressure.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt;"><span style="font-family: times;">Equating death with “failed” living permeates the human consciousness. Hellbound takes that vague discomfort and moves it to the forefront. The point of life becomes avoiding premature death.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt;"><span style="font-family: times;">On the technical front, I loved the dark cinematography and the story’s structure. The cast are outstanding. My only real criticism was that the monster CGI wasn’t as disturbing in the way the story itself. I found the dementors in Harry Potter much more unsettling. I think if they had been amorphous, they would have proven more visually impacting.</span><span face="Calibri, sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></p>Gil Lianehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02386868881463602835noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5414621257719531497.post-20788126079818717782020-11-01T02:57:00.005-08:002020-11-01T03:05:07.795-08:00Watching Pandemic TV Series The Rain During A Pandemic<p><span style="font-family: times;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: times;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-CDpEj5R2OA0/X56RXOM9dcI/AAAAAAAADfQ/Wjtx1D5552I6C4K-fkwj7wXbvzZI6-lOQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1280/The-Rain-S2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-CDpEj5R2OA0/X56RXOM9dcI/AAAAAAAADfQ/Wjtx1D5552I6C4K-fkwj7wXbvzZI6-lOQCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/The-Rain-S2.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></div><p></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">A virulent virus is a classic science fiction trope. Turns out the reality is not what television predicted.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: times;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Fear, the great equaliser</span></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">Humanity has a deep fear of illness. In modern times, that fear seems amplified. Science empowers us—until we get sick. Most people exist in a frenzy of healthy practices that are almost religious, attempting to stave off any and every ailment.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">I started watching <i>The Rain</i>, a scripted drama series from Denmark, while the world was relatively normal. When the show first dropped on Netflix, online criticism pointed out the less than smart choices of our two leads in the opening episodes.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">Some felt being locked in a bunker from a young age, only to discover the world has gone to hell in a hand basket was no excuse for their poor choices. Looking back, I could laugh in despair at the idea cracking under the pressure of a global pandemic is unrealistic.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">In a world under siege from a virus, the occasionally short-sighted decisions of these kids are nothing compared to the ludicrous acts we’ve seen from people in 2020. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt;"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"></span></o:p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: times;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-EXcwy7SqGAA/X56Rm19iV7I/AAAAAAAADfY/BtTlUdpwB_oPjeq2rO9GEY-i1w5i29QjQCLcBGAsYHQ/s793/the-rain-serie-netflix-0318-1400x800.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="453" data-original-width="793" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-EXcwy7SqGAA/X56Rm19iV7I/AAAAAAAADfY/BtTlUdpwB_oPjeq2rO9GEY-i1w5i29QjQCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/the-rain-serie-netflix-0318-1400x800.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: times;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">When Civilisation jumped the shark</span></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">By the time the third season dropped, I was watching a TV show about a pandemic while experiencing a pandemic. What became clear: people’s reactions sit on a much wider spectrum than anyone imagined.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">In <i>The Rain</i> death is immediate, and the show offers visual manifestations of the virus. Nobody has the option of refusing to believe in what is happening: the after-effect is too immediate. Self-preservation goes without saying.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">Anything else would be unbelievable. Wouldn’t it? Turns out, in some countries, yes. In others, not so much. The visual element, introduced for television, proved a much-needed component lacking in real life.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">Outside the scriptwriting rules of the small screen, people decided not to believe in a virus.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: times;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-gRgnywTUM2c/X56R7a_Uj5I/AAAAAAAADfg/3dhqiFeKCCUIZ3g8fWGPjoiNieJhJ1TMgCLcBGAsYHQ/s1392/therain-2000x1270-1-1392x884.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="884" data-original-width="1392" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-gRgnywTUM2c/X56R7a_Uj5I/AAAAAAAADfg/3dhqiFeKCCUIZ3g8fWGPjoiNieJhJ1TMgCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/therain-2000x1270-1-1392x884.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: times;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Where television and reality failed to collide</span></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">Science fiction isn’t big on people trying to rationalise and deny away a pandemic. It makes for bad entertainment. Usually at the sight of the first corpse, people get the grim picture. We’re in reaper territory now.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">Somehow, the real-world pandemic took a weird AF plot twist. From day one, people denied what was happening even while TV screens were filled with footage of mass graves. As the pandemic spread, people clung to misinformation.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">Denialists turned on realists. 2020 has shown that a sense of self-preservation, humanities gritty survival instinct appears to be lacking. Popular tropes of sci-fi pandemic storytelling are set to fall by the wayside.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt;"><o:p></o:p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Go67txkZaIA/X56Tx82b5sI/AAAAAAAADf8/OVF6TsleEEIM8HKPaOKgx8oejxoyRqeKgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/03RAIN-superJumbo.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1024" data-original-width="2048" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Go67txkZaIA/X56Tx82b5sI/AAAAAAAADf8/OVF6TsleEEIM8HKPaOKgx8oejxoyRqeKgCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/03RAIN-superJumbo.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: times;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Understanding the power of affection</span></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">TV series <i>The Rain</i>, at its core, is as much about Simone protecting her brother Rasmus as it is about saving the world. The sister-brother bond is everything. In the first two seasons her obsessiveness was a bit annoying. Watching season three proved a different story.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">From inside a pandemic, Simone’s obsession with her brother and her (eventual) boyfriend Martin doesn’t seem so crazy. Her reckless desire to do anything to protect and save them is no longer abstract, but relatable.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">Likewise, the need to find her father, no matter how dangerous the journey, makes sense. In a pandemic you’re not so much afraid for yourself, as deeply afraid for the people you love, especially those far away.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">The constant gut-wrenching anxiousness that drives Simone feels more than an abstract idea. Now, it’s global reality. And when your loved ones are in pandemic hotspots, worrying is a consuming part of your daily life.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt;"><o:p></o:p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-7i1xeK9DiJQ/X56TB9sMVgI/AAAAAAAADfs/x5KNXu0Wt0Ek2h8twoZ13FE8OWxfntzAACLcBGAsYHQ/s1984/Screen%2BShot%2B2020-11-01%2Bat%2B6.48.49%2Bpm.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1319" data-original-width="1984" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-7i1xeK9DiJQ/X56TB9sMVgI/AAAAAAAADfs/x5KNXu0Wt0Ek2h8twoZ13FE8OWxfntzAACLcBGAsYHQ/s320/Screen%2BShot%2B2020-11-01%2Bat%2B6.48.49%2Bpm.png" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: times;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">How the personal interferes with entertainment</span></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">When the pandemic hit, personal experiences began to alter how I reacted to certain aspects of <i>The Rain</i>.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">The character of Simone, who is a responsible person working to save others, breaches the wall to seek help, a choice the plot moves past quickly. As she approaches a house to ask for help, I felt a wave of unexpected anger.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">How could she be sure she wasn’t spreading the virus? Her casual attitude disgusted me so much I almost turned off the series. Why? Because I live in a place where a closed border and strict quarantine staved off any coronavirus.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">Simone’s reckless but easily dismissed onscreen act is my society’s real-world ultimate fear. I’m one of the nameless characters in the nearby prop houses, living an infection-free life who knows quarantine border breaches can kill.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt;"><o:p></o:p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-aPGVQEjntgw/X56Td5lLDeI/AAAAAAAADf0/MkkcpO0hRBUwRUDScc092wY5Q822oAXFgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2371/Screen%2BShot%2B2020-11-01%2Bat%2B6.49.39%2Bpm.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1174" data-original-width="2371" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-aPGVQEjntgw/X56Td5lLDeI/AAAAAAAADf0/MkkcpO0hRBUwRUDScc092wY5Q822oAXFgCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/Screen%2BShot%2B2020-11-01%2Bat%2B6.49.39%2Bpm.png" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: times;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">The real world vs the fictional world</span></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">Through the filter of a global pandemic, season 3 of <i>The Rain</i> felt more fictional, and less relatable. Bizarre because in theory it should have more closely aligned with reality. Turned out, the implausible pandemic was the non-scripted one.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">Privilege has taken a different, unexpected form: the option of ignoring what you cannot control. People choose not believe in a pandemic. As far-fetched as that sounds, many cling to this belief as the bodies pile up.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">Humanity has apparently lost its will to live, if living takes effort. The obvious step of stopping the spread of a virus, is too much trouble for some. Basic science is dismissed and ignored in favour of misinformation that supports inaction.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">A plot that makes no sense, in any world.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">Simone’s version seems like it should be reality, and our world the implausible fiction. <i>The Rain</i> is a place where people scramble to avoid infection, flee from the virus, fight to keep living, and work to find a cure that will allow them to restore society.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><o:p><span style="font-family: times;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: times;">Shouldn’t that be our truth?</span><span face="Calibri, sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></p>Gil Lianehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02386868881463602835noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5414621257719531497.post-55238008071883544022020-05-24T05:38:00.000-07:002020-05-24T05:43:41.960-07:00SCI-FI TV AFTER COVID19<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Every global event reshapes what we imagine the future might hold. The legacy of coronavirus on science fiction television is bound to manifest in shifting themes, and fresh focal points. <o:p></o:p></span></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">A pandemic leaves an indelible imprint on the cultural psyche.</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"> </span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Boundaries of what we imagine the future could look like, are stretching. Who knows what paths humanity will take? Below are possible elements you could see driving sci-fi TV in the near future.</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Science fiction has flirted with the idea of genetic discrimination. Futures where increased risk of disease or mutated genes restricts opportunities. In the present day, COVID19 has seen the emergence of possible immunity passports. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">So far, the general consensus is nebulous antibody time frames are too problematic for passport allocation. But already there have been reports of people trying to catch COVID19 so they can build immunity and qualify for a potential immunity passport.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">In a sense, everyday passports are a form of privilege, with rights attached. This takes the concept further. Being allowed to earn money would create an elite working class, and sci-fi lends itself to exploring new forms of prejudice.</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Traditionally sci-fi has always given a nod to the impact of isolation on mental health. Often in space, or a sparsely populated future. Nuclear shelters and closed communities, unknown planetscapes and isolated wilderness.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Two contrasting experiences of living through the pandemic: maintaining social interaction through the internet, and discarding an online presence and embracing the present environment, whether urban or rural.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">COVID19 has taken the pressure of isolation from an abstract idea, to a relatable memory. Modern audiences will identify with extreme emotional transitions. The genre’s relationship with existential dread just got real.</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Mortality makes humanity vulnerable. By denying access to healthcare, governments control citizens more effectively. That has long been a concern in science fiction entertainment.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">In the present, sick people are a massive consumer market. Big Pharma has shown billions can be made treating the unwell. Countries like America tie access to healthcare into work performance. Medical care is packaged as a privilege, not a right. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">This feeds the imagination. Add in COVID19 placing overwhelming pressure on already under-equipped, over-priced systems, and fears over inaccessible healthcare will continue to be at the heart of many future sci-fi stories. </span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Likewise, the Disinformation Era has continued to rise during COVID19. What is true, what is not, what is presented as truth, and what is accepted as truth have become a complex part of the internet, and social media.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Audiences still ponder the big stuff. Complex ideas are mulled over around the wise cracks. Here’s to science fiction TV that takes the audience through the emotional spectrum, from tears to laughter while still exploring big ideas.</span><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Since everyone is spending a lot more time indoors these days, here are a host of relatively new scripted dramas to watch. Some are on streaming services, some on YouTube.</span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> A wide spectrum of choices with a series for most tastes. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The latest in a long line of releases from the Stark Trek franchise, Picard is beautiful television. I love how it is shot, and the thoughtfulness of the script. Patrick Stewart’s performance is, of course, magnificent. For the most part, references to old Trek and this new reality blend together quite seamlessly.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Stinging social commentary is what science fiction does best. Picard obviously reflects the degeneration of American politics with its representation of a tarnished Star Fleet. Here, most of our heroes of yore are no longer in service, tired and disillusioned by the actions of a governing body that has drifted from its core founding principles.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The sets and special effects are beautiful. The premise has a dash of Firefly spice (which can only be a good thing). The Federation has turned anti-android, a reflection of present-day humanity’s underlying unease with AI advancements. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">My one criticism relates to the subtext regarding the female characters. The women in Star Fleet or other positions of power (so far) are generally corrupt and discriminatory, and those no longer in Star Fleet have all gotten variations of grieving motherhood subplots. Fingers crossed the production hires more female writers for season 2.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Shows about illegal drug trades have proven popular for decades now. They’re rags to riches tales, variations of the self-made millionaire riff—except a lot more illicit, and violent. ZeroZeroZero is the latest offering winning rave reviews.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Not sure why, but this series has slipped under quite a few radars? Maybe now with the unforeseen downtime, the ZeroZeroZero will carve out a cult following. While the content doesn’t qualify as relaxing, the wonderful cinematography makes even the ugliest scenes stunning to watch.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Focusing on the global cocaine trade, the story is adapted from a novel and follows the trail of drugs from Mexico to an Italian crime syndicate. Since merchandise has to travel, say hello to the shipping family, led by Gabrielle Byrne.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Bound to be popular with audiences who enjoyed Breaking Bad and Sons of Anarchy. The first offering of the series spans eight episodes, so you can watch it one long sitting, although what with all the violence and gritty suspense, you might want to take a few breaks(!).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">This 56-episode drama is based on an extremely popular novel Connected to another hit Chinese drama (Ten Miles of Peach Blossoms) but can be watched as a stand-alone.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">If you’ve never viewed historical Cdramas, you should probably know a few things first. Gods, demons, and reincarnation are usually a given. This drama covers a love connection spanning two thousand years. Chinese culture celebrates a different concept of time, probably due to a long history—a discussion for another day!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Chinese dramas are lavish in terms of makeup, hair and costuming. The actors’ voices are dubbed because China has many dialects, and the idea is to make sure all entertainment has the same accented Mandarin. (You’ll find a lot of discussion online about this practice, if you want to google + browse.)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">And Chinese television isn’t really structured episodically. More like a series is one long show chopped up to meet time constraints. But experiencing a different storytelling styles is always cool. Available on YouTube with English subtitles.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">For those not in the know, Wu Tang Clan are one of the most iconic and revered hip-hop groups in American music history. In the series this crew have it tough, and watching their struggle through poverty in a violent, crime-ridden environment, doggedly holding onto their dream, is deeply moving.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">You feel the desperation, determination and heartbreak in every episode. It’s gritty going, a fictionalized retelling (in the words of the executive producers, “historical fiction”). Original members of the team are onboard driving the production, so the sense of authenticity the story exudes is warranted.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">This celebration of music icons Wu Tang Clan was around ten years in the making. Set in the nineties, and we watch the evolution of the group, that includes a dozen performers (for starters). A second season has already been ordered.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I liked the inspirational factor. The audience sees characters telling these kids they’ll never succeed—while knowing Wu-Tang Clan succeed beyond their wildest dreams. For a great pairing, watch the documentary Wu-Tang Clan: Of Mics and Men as well.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">What would a watchlist be without a whodunnit? This murder mystery from Iceland is now on Netflix. Working to find a serial killer, local police detective Kata is joined by Arnar, an Oslo-based profiler who returns to Iceland for the investigation.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The plot is inspired by real cases of abuse at a boy’s home over half a century ago (though not murder). The series is shot in greys and blues, and endless shadows. Every character has issues, but nobody is screaming about them. So much taking place under the surface. Icy, or simmering? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">As with most procedural dramas, often it's as if the audience are investigating the investigators. Both leads are troubled, and while pursuing the killer, they clash, and then as secrets are revealed, manage to both solve crime, and face their issues.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Most online criticism seems to be from Americans judging international offerings with an American criterion. There is nothing flashy about Valhalla, which is precisely why I enjoyed watching. Iceland has one of the lowest rates of violent crime in the world. Finding serial killers isn’t normal for Icelandic forces. That lack of flashy CSI is authenticity, not poor storytelling.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I really enjoyed this dark comedy. I say dark because while there are many witty moments, the lead character Abby’s mental health struggles are heartbreaking. Abby describes herself as a “queer fat dyke”, and has OCD, anxiety and depression. In her mid-forties, she wonders if life is worth living.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">When a passive aggressive workmate gives her a bag of almonds to help her lose weight, Abby decides to throw an almond a day into the trash, and kill herself when they’re done. Then she meets Chris, a trans man who asks her out.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I know this sounds depressing, and it is, but Abby is so funny and sweet you’re laughing while wanting to hug her. Many issues are addressed, making for thought-provoking television. The script doesn’t hesitate to ponder potential PC minefields, and the confident, clever writing makes the show wonderful.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I love that Abby keeps accidentally ordering shared Lyft rides. I love meeting both Abby and Chris’ group of friends. Most of all I love that Abby isn’t miraculously healed by love. Chris is disturbed that even while happy, Abby is still counting and discarding the almonds. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">A recent release Kdrama currently on Netflix, Itaewon Class stand outs. While it includes old school tropes like a revenge set up and childhood love, it breaks ground with elements not often seen in a Kdrama.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The inclusion of a trans character and a black character in the support roles is almost unheard of. The show was a massive hit in South Korea, proving modern audiences are more progressive than networks playing it “safe” imagine.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The story follows Park Sae Ro Yi from his teenage years. After beating up a classmate responsible for his father’s death, he spends years in jail. On release, he works to establish a pub, and slowly take revenge on the man who covered up his father’s manslaughter.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">To be honest, the main romance felt slightly forced and unnecessary. Unusual though to see a self-proclaimed sociopath win the male lead’s love. For me the first half of the drama was a lot better than the second, but overall this is great viewing.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">This teen Danish drama set in a fictional Norwegian town is oft described as a superhero series but it’s based solely on Norse mythology, which gifts an eerie edge. Magne and his brother Lauritis move with their mum to a small town, not knowing immortals are in the mix.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Soon things get weird for Magne, who’s become super strong and can throw a hammer really, really far. While our socially awkward lead is “different”, that difference might be more supernatural than behavioral. High school is a battlefield, but this time we’re not talking metaphors.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Visually and in terms of mood this series has that Nordic noir feel, lots of cool blue scenes and grim stillness amidst striking landscapes. Some have criticized the pace but that’s more reflective of expectations. This isn’t a Hollywood-esque series of SFX explosion, but a slow, intense burn.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">My favourite scene? When the old Gods hit the dancefloor at the school social. It’s hard to capture a sense of the primal but this moment, with its strange choreography and jarring editing, manages to evoke an uneasy stirring in the subconscious.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Sometimes you want to watch something cute and fun. This Thai BL drama—BL means Boy Love, so guy on guy romance—takes on the old fake boyfriend trope in a charming way. You can watch 2gether on the GMMTV YouTube channel. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Our lead Tine is being chased around college by a guy called Green. He tries to tell Green girls are his preference, but the smitten Green refuses to take a hint. Tine’s friends convince him he should fake-date Sarawat, the hottest guy at college, thereby getting Green off his back. Tine annoys the supercool and introverted Sarawat until he agrees, not registering Sarawat’s legit attraction to him. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Watching Sarawat’s attempts to flirt with and seduce Tine, only to have those moves go right over Tine’s head makes for hilarious television. Tine is self-involved, clueless, and narcissistic, yet so sweet and naïve, the audience ends up adoring him. Sarawat is probably one of the most understated and romantic leads I’ve seen in BL.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The drama is based on a popular Thai novel. Lead actors Bright and Win do a wonderful job bringing the beloved pair to life. They seem realistically young and clumsy when it comes to love and relationships. Such a sweet ride.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">A six-part series from the BBC, Noughts + Crosses is an adaptation of an alternate reality YA novel. In this version of history, the Aprican Empire is the ruling culture. Making the upper class, known as Crosses, rule over the once enslaved Noughts, aka white people.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">At this point in history, segregation is still in place. The first episode kicks off with a racist cop assaulting a youth. We’ve seen this before, but this time the victim is white, and the cop black. Soon we meet members of the ruling political party, spanning those sympathetic to the Noughts, and the opposing extremists who want more, not less persecution of white people.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">When the female lead questions the police officers account of the incident, her professor refuses to consider the idea. <i>“I feel for them, I really do. I know a few noughts, they’re always so cheerful but you do get these uppity ones. That’s not prejudice, that’s fact.”<o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The story follows a Romeo and Juliet type romance. Our lead pair are aged up from the book to allow for gritter content. Whatever your response and thoughts on the subject, Noughts + Crosses is thought-provoking television that wants the audience to think about racism and persecution, how it manifests, and the presence of subconscious prejudice.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">What would this list be without a dose of mind-bending sci-fi? If you feel like some thought-provoking television, this new miniseries is from Alex Garland, the imagination behind Ex Machina, and currently screening in the US on Hulu.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The name of the series, Devs, is reference to a secretive research division of a leading tech company called Amaya. Sergei is a coder who works at Amaya, now thrilled to be recruited for Devs. So when his body is found and his death ruled a suicide, the pieces don’t add up.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Sergei’s girlfriend Lily, a computer engineer at Amaya, is determined to discover the truth. Things of course get deep and trippy as the nature of the Devs project is slowly revealed. At one point Lily is on the run but it’s almost as if the linear plot is secondary to concepts the creator wants you to consider.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Science fiction in recent years really lends itself to a kind of tech-based philosophical exploration. Devs is occasionally oblique, and focuses as much on making you ponder what is alluded to, as what actually appears onscreen. The show feels quite still. The tension is palpable. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Lucy Hale has a huge following from her role on Pretty Little Liars, and always brings the energy. She delivers here in the title role of Katy Keene. But the team behind Riverdale and Sabrina are involved, so scripts are bound to be lacking. Maybe take this suggestion with a grain of salt?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I’ve sat through terrible characterization on Riverdale and Sabrina merely to admire the cinematography, lighting, editing, and eye-catching set designs. Visually, Katy Keene is similarly beautifully presented. Heavily stylized, it has an unusual vintage slash modern day feel, like an odd fusion of time periods. The end result is visually stunning.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">An adaption from the Archie comic universe, the show is a comedy, a drama, and also a musical. I like the inclusion of Josie from Josie and the Pussycats, a character underutilized on Riverdale. The story follows four young friends in New York chasing their dreams.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">So far, the plots are simplistic but still sweet to watch. Lighter fare, with positive messages about confidence and perseverance. The core characters are constantly cheering each other on. The vibe is a bit like hanging out with a group of fun friends.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">BL means Boy Love and refers to guy on guy romance. </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Thailand in particular has growing success with its BL entertainment
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scripted television shows, generally set in high school, college, or focused on
men in their twenties exp</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">l</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">orin</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">g</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"> same sex re</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">l</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">ations</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">h</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">ips.</span></div>
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originally marketed to the gay male gaze, BL has proven as much of a hit with
straight women and some straight men. The increased interest has many pondering
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Two guys in
love means avoiding problematic gender stereotypes. The series doesn't have to
struggle with portraying modern women in the sometime confining tropes of traditional
romcoms. A</span></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">l</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">l</span><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">g</span><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">uy/</span></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">g</span><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">ir</span></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">l</span><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"> ru</span></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">l</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">es are o</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">f</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">f</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"> t</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">h</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">e tab</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">l</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">e.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">For many educated, independent women the genre has become a guilty pleasure. </span></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The happily
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">But here, the
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</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Part of the appeal is the creation of school and college environments where the coolest guy on campus is open about his love for another guy, and his friends roll with it th</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">e same way they would if he were dating a girl. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">With gay
relationships still taboo in many cultures, it is liberating to see open
representation. The level of sexual content differs from drama to drama, but
kisses are common and on par with hetero romances. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Thai BL
dramas include male love interests who aren't gay but are only interested in a
one guy: their true love. I like how romantic that idea is. Across the board
you get a heap of different representations, some characters stating they are
gay, or bi.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><u><span style="color: #666666;">BL Appeals To The Modern Hetero Female Gaze</span></u><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">For decades
it has been accepted two women making out onscreen will be a turn on to
straight men. Yet two men kissing are supposed to repulse women. The double
standard is ridiculous. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I would argue
it comes from a subconscious societal sell that sex with a man is always
better—whether you're a man or a woman. That's why women are supposed to feel
threatened rather than aroused by two men together.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Today's
younger generation isn't really bothered by these old-fashioned concepts, and
is happy to ship two guys. BL appeals to fans of shows with romance and
relationships, serious drama and comedic elements.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><u><span style="color: #666666;">BL TV is A Relatively Fresh and Evolving Genre</span></u><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Obviously
guy on guy romance has been around for a long time but as a television genre it
is growing and becoming less niche, and more mainstream. The great thing about
BL is that it is always expanding and developing new tropes. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Representation
is important. BL dramas address discrimination and cultural pressures,
especially from older generations. Seeing same sex male couples exploring their
feelings onscreen is imperative.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">And playing
gay characters has no negative impact on the talents' standing with hetero
fans. BL dramas boost the cast's careers. The Thai stars model for top brands,
begin pop groups, and hold sell out fan events. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="color: #999999; font-size: large;">THE ENDLESS ON-GOING DISCUSSIONS</span><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Where BL
from Thailand really excels, is in its ability to kick-start conversation about
accepted norms, new ideas, and emerging problematic elements. Some of the
points that you will see constantly discussed online in regards to BL Thai TV
shows include the following hot topics. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><u><span style="color: #666666;">BL is Not Made For Men</span></u><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">This is
really interesting, and stems from the fact many of the most popular writers of
Thai BL are women. Perhaps because romance is considered a traditionally
feminine genre of fiction?<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Some gay
male viewers argue because the onscreen romance is imagined by a straight woman,
the gay characters are exhibiting behavior a woman would find appealing rather
than a gay man.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Other gay male
viewers argue male gay relationships have just as much right to be "traditionally"
romantic as straight ones. Many enjoy seeing two guys experience behavior
romantic comedies have presented onscreen for decades.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><u>BL Isn't Sexual Enough</u></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Tying in to
the previous points, some argue BL is too emotion-based, reflecting female
ideals rather than gay male ideals. Certain popular BLs are seen as excessively
sweet/innocent for a portion of gay male viewers.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Others
argue they like seeing something that goes against overtly sexualized stereotypes
of gay men. Rather than just being sexual in nature, BL television attempts to
address the emotional stages of a relationship.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I would
argue some recent BL has been more openly sexual and like most romantic comedy,
the genre now offers a broad spectrum of content. There is material for those
who want a sweet, slow bui</span></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">l</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">d</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">, and those who want immediately sexual.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #666666;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><u>BL an</u></span></span></b><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; text-align: justify;"><u><b>d</b></u></span><b><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><u> Violence In Relationships</u></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">You may see
violet encounters in Thai BL dramas. But it's important to note violent behavior
is often seen in Lakorns (Thai versions of soaps) so culturally it's tied in a complicated way with concepts o</span></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">f</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"> passion in Thai small screen storytelling.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Some BL
features relationships that begin with drunken or forced sexual encounters are obviously
problematic for viewers. But today's BL now also addresses rape and it's harrowing
aftermath so this aspect is under scrutiny.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The issue
of slapping and punching partners is also criticized. But it does bring gender
double standards into the spotlight, as well as the difference in acceptable behavior
when male friendship becomes a sexual relationship.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-themecolor: text1;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><u><span style="color: #666666;">BLs Are Cheap
Productions</span></u><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">It's true
many BLs are produced on a shoestring budget (continuity issues are one
reflection of this) but that is arguably part of the charm. They may not be as
glossy as big budget efforts, but there is an undeniable sense of realism.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Often
adapted from online stories, they include a lot </span></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">of</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">product placement that pays for
a large part of the production fees. I would argue this is a clever way for the
ambitious to ensure the stories reach the small screen.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">At times
the writer or director has self-funded the production. Episodes are translated
(often by fan subbers) into many languages within days, if not hours of
release, proving the genre has a passionate fan base.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="color: #999999; font-size: large;">WHAT TO WATCH?</span><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">There are
dozens of Thai BL dramas out there with more going into production every month.
Here is a mix of suggestions (not really in a particular order) but do check
out websites like MyDramaList that are dedicated to exploring Asian film and
television. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">If
possible, find the official links. There are endless pirated copies online and
on YouTube. The creators need the viewing numbers to gain funding for sequels, so look
through the comments for feedback </span></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">f</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">rom fans on the right website or YouTube
channel.</span></div>
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TharnType </span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">This series
caused a lot of heated discussion, and has a large fan base. The plot follows
two college roommates who get along well until the homophobic character
discovers his roommate is gay—and in love with him.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Rape and
PTSD (not within the relationship, but as survivors), aggressive seduction, and
aggressive behavior within a relationship are what fired up some viewers and caused
a lot of interesting dialogue online.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">More
sexually explicit than most, this offers a lot of food for thought. I think it
is noteworthy because it attempts to tackle some really complex topics. How
successfully it does so is up to viewers to decide.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">To be
honest I'm not a big fan of Sotus because of the hazing. The story follows a
freshman that gets on the wrong side of a senior in the engineering department.
Their conflict during the hazing process is hardcore.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I've been
told this kind of tradition is common in some Asian colleges, and exaggerated
here for dramatic effect. Also that it reflects the respect for age seniority
that is part of Thai culture, something Westerners don't completely grasp.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The lead couple
is a nice mix of comfortably gay (from my impression?) and reserved guy
surprised by his attraction to another man. It's easy to see how their evolving
connection became so popular with viewers.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">An
interesting drama experiment, kind of a reboot mixed with a sequel. Two Moons
was a popular series that I'm guessing ran into issues with the sequel? (Not
sure if cast, production or both). <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Here they
recast everyone, and shot parts of the first season again, so it's condensed,
and then continued the story. This led to comparisons between the two. People
who watched only this one had a different take.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">It's
fascinating to see how new actors interpret the roles, if the impression of
the relationship seems different with certain scenes omitted, and whether or not each
viewer glides smoothly into the sequel. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">This is a
very short drama, and really harrowing. I didn't realize at first, so I was
enjoying the straightforward, almost too sweet romance—although I do remember
thinking it was a tad obsessive.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Let's not
sugarcoat it. This drama is about trusting someone, and being sexually
assaulted by them. It's about the harm gossip and social media can do. It's
also made clear mental health issues are a big part of this situation.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Many have
voiced appreciation for this exploration of same sex rape. The Effect is not
fun viewing, but it obviously touched a chord among the audience. Watch if you
can handle the intense subject matter.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">A series
that probably evokes the most mixed response… The lead couple is great. I
enjoyed their developing protector/protected connection. Second couple Tin and
Can have that interesting love/hate meet-cute.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The scene where
Pete comes out to his mom is wonderful. (Side note: The script often points out
Pete is beautiful and Ae is not, and you see this celebration of white skin and
height a lot in Thai dramas.)<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Unfortunately
the rape that seems to lead to a relationship for a minor couple is profoundly
disturbing, and contrasts </span><span lang="EN-US" style="border: none 1.0pt; color: black; padding: 0cm;">j</span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">arringly with the tone of the other relationships in the drama. </span><span lang="EN-US" style="color: #52565a; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Hope</span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">f</span><span lang="EN-US" style="color: #52565a; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">u</span><span lang="EN-US" style="border: none 1.0pt; color: black; padding: 0cm;">ll</span><span lang="EN-US" style="color: #52565a; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">y t</span><span lang="EN-US" style="border: none 1.0pt; color: black; padding: 0cm;">h</span><span lang="EN-US" style="color: #52565a; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">e seque</span><span lang="EN-US" style="border: none 1.0pt; color: black; padding: 0cm;">l</span><span lang="EN-US" style="color: #52565a; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> a</span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">dd</span><span lang="EN-US" style="color: #52565a; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">resses t</span><span lang="EN-US" style="border: none 1.0pt; color: black; padding: 0cm;">h</span><span lang="EN-US" style="color: #52565a; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">is!<span style="color: #52565a;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">What can
make a romantic drama even better? That would be a supernatural element. In this
case, one of our lovers is a ghost that crosses paths with a guy who can see
him. Over time friendship, and then love ensues.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Star-crossed
lovers are always good fodder for romantic television. The mystery element drives
the story. I want to say this is a haunting series (excuse the pun), with a
great cast and solid scripting.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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made up of super sweet and cute romantic encounters, He 's Coming To Me brings
a nice change of pace to the viewing list. Slightly shorter than a lot of other
dramas, it sits at eight episodes. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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really popular, partly because of the cast, many of whom went on to form a pop
group. The plot sees a shy guy go to the same college as his popular
crush—although their first (re)meeting does not go to plan!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Everyone in
2Moons is profoundly charming. I would say they are contenders for the most
likeable cast in a BL drama. And the whole series maintains a particular
type of humor that is consistently engaging.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">This BL is
super sweet and unashamedly romantic. We're talking roses, </span><span lang="EN-US" style="border: none 1.0pt; color: black; padding: 0cm;">j</span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">ewelry and lots of mooning (lol). Not for those who like their BL grittier,
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BL actors star in this drama, and White from Lovesick is in a supporting role.
Third is a college student secretly in love with his best friend Khai.
Eventually Khai realizes, and let's just say it's a rough road to love.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The initial
unrequited love plot is frustrating, unhealthy, and so realistic. Maybe because
even the lead is self-aware in regards to how toxic the dynamic is with his bestie. The two
supporting friends are fabulous.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The series
switches between the two leads' perspectives. I would argue this is its
strength, and its weakness. I really admired the costuming, cinematography,
editing, and set design. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">A sweet BL
that tugs at the heartstrings, this ties two consecutive love stories: In and his forbidden gay relationship with </span></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">K</span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">orn</span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">, the son of a mafia boss in the
past, and Pharm and </span><span lang="EN-US" style="border: 1pt none; color: black; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; padding: 0cm;">D</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">ean as the reincarnated souls of the lovers (who committed suicide).</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">I'm a sucker
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and cooking techniques, and the symbolism attached to dishes.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Sexually
this is quite innocent. It focuses more on the characters dealing with the aftermath
of their past lives. Pharm has panic attacks when he hears loud noises (they
shot themselves in their past lives), and </span><span lang="EN-US" style="border: none 1.0pt; color: black; padding: 0cm;">D</span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">ean spends his youth looking for someone (his lost love).<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Sick: T</b></span></span><span style="background-color: yellow; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; text-align: justify;"><b>h</b></span><b style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="background-color: yellow;">e Series</span></b></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I think of Love
Sick as a modern classic. There have been Thai BL shows before it, but something
about this series really struck a chord, making its two stars White and
Captain international icons. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The story follows
Phun, a guy who wants to avoid his dad's matchmaking by pretending he is dating
his friend Noh. Except over time, the fake factor turns into a realistic relationship.
Not great news for the two girls they're seeing…<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">I consider
the first episode to be terrible, and the show overall is raw and clumsy—and that
is exactly why it seems real, and resonates with so many fans. In the end,
everyone adores Phun and Noh's awkward </span><span lang="EN-US" style="border: none 1.0pt; color: black; padding: 0cm;">j</span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">ourney to love.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Hopefully
Western companies will get on board and add to BL productions internationally. And
of course, begin to explore all different kinds of sexual relationships onscreen,
regardless of gender or preference.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Modern
television needs to reflect a changing world, and continue to offer stories
that both entertain while expanding the perspective of an international
audience.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Now Star Wars films are falling from the sky like a meteor shower of Force-inspired entertainment, maybe Disney will unleash Star Wars in an alternative universe, and modern urban setting.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">KPop group
EXO released the single Lightsaber in 2015, a collaborative project with Disney
promoting Star Wars II The Force Awakens. In the music video cool Jedi youths
roamed the streets, visited a bar, ran into a slick Sith, and were
just hip AF with lighsabers on hand.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">I found
these minutes of footage way more interesting than all recent Star Wars films
combined. The idea of Jedi and Sith gangs roaming the streets, fighting to rule
the underworld or maintain the law… Could anything be cooler?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Transplanting Jedis into the present day or near future offers a host
of fabulous storytelling and aesthetic opportunities. Forget maintaining the timeline,
or keeping visual consistency. Restrictions are minimal. Instead, go wild
creating a fresh, dark, street style infused Jedi world.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">And the
stories! The same kind of tale that inspired the original Star Wars can easily
be put in play. Ruling party corruption, dodgy officials, power struggles, and
arguments over belief systems—the list of potential plot points is endless. But
modern aspects can easily be integrated too, so the take is familiar yet
fresh.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Lightsaber
fights in a location that is a tad Blade Runner would be brilliant. Forget
bikie gangs, mafia families, and fighting for thrones now the Jedis and Siths are
in town. An urban Star Wars TV show would be lit (pun intended).</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">There are whole days and nights in my life where I've had clothes on. But in TV Land (and film for the sake of argument), it's almost an impossible ask for a female character.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">A few years back I started realizing how many scenes female talent are asked to do in underwear. Now it's getting ridiculous. If it were a drinking game, every night spent watching TV would leave viewers a drunken mess.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Someone told me all these underwear scenes are actually empowering. Apparently if the underwear isn't lacy, it's a girl power moment. And when lacy, a woman is owning her hotness. I disagree on all fronts. I think it's still sexualization, glossed with a feminist sheen.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Representation of women on television has always been tricky, and an uphill battle from the early days of the small screen for women to be presented as complex, nuanced characters. Now they're complex, nuanced characters—who don't always get to wear clothes.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">If you're unclear on what I'm talking about, here are a dozen recurring women-in-her-underwear onscreen scenarios. It's becoming the norm for women to act without clothes on. In a lot of cases a stretchy singlet replaces a bra but I'm counting it as underwear. I think it's meant to stop anyone from calling out the sexualization but in fact it's preferred cause it shows more nipple.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">While I think it's fine for the occasional dash of realism, it's unrealistic—if not downright ridiculous— for so many scenes to be done without clothing. In today's world, it would be great if female actresses got to be dressed as often as their male counterparts. Wild idea, right?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>1. Morning Undies</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">You see this a lot in "serious" television. Like procedurals, and legal dramas. A female character wakes up, and gets out of bed. We get an underwear and bra or singlet shot, and then she dresses, usually pulling on jeans.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Thing is, the male characters more often start the day wearing a t-shirt in bed. Then it's a cut to the breakfast table. Or we meet them coming downstairs of a morning, or in the car on the way to work.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Why do women have to begin the day with a gratuitous flesh shot?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Once you see this pattern, you can't unsee it, and it will really annoy you.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>2.</b> <b>Argument Undies</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">No idea why, but female characters on TV love to save their argument scenes for when they're in their underwear. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I don't know about you, but I like to fight with my clothes on. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>3. Underwear And One More Drink</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Apparently women without (most of their) clothes and booze go hand in hand.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">When men on TV drink alone, it's usually in a t-shirt or shirt, and they have a beer. Or when they've had a hard day at work, they pull off their tie, undo a few buttons, and go the hard stuff like scotch or whisky.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Female characters on the other hand, like to drink at home in their undies. Usually it's wine, but if they're hardcore in a down to earth way they wear a singlet instead of a bra with their pants, and drink beer from a bottle.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The funniest version is when it's cold so they wear a jumper or a wrap while they drink. In their underwear.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Still unclear why women can't get drunk with their pants on.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>4. Locker Room Dresslessness</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">This one is especially true for high school dramas but pops up anywhere with change rooms, like the gym or the workplace. The girls pause and have a conversation in bras and undies. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Guys, however, usually don't have a top on, but they are wearing pants. The least they wear are boxers. Why is that?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>5. Undies In Space</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Storytelling in outer space offers endless opportunities for women-in-underwear scenes. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">A lot of the time this is presented as authenticity because the female characters are in no-nonsense undies and singlets. Thing is, I follow NASA on Insta and female astronauts seem to be doing a-okay in t-shirts and stuff.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">On TV women prefer to fly their ships in as little clothing as possible. And when they wake up from stasis, they rarely get dressed. Likewise if they live and work in space, they just stick to boy short panties. Apparently this is clothing in orbit. Maybe the lack of gravity does something to the brain.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>6. Type This</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">If you want to read emails or find information online, you do it in your underwear. Most googling in TV Land is done wearing undies, whether lying on the bed, sitting at the desk or relaxing on the couch. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Do search engines work better when women are unclothed? It's a question for the ages.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>7.</b> <b>Prison Slash Experimental Facility Undies </b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">When a character wakes up in prison, especially a futuristic one, she is usually in pants and the singlet alternate version of a bra. Are coveralls or even a shift too much to ask for?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Same for when she's being experimented on, or used for organ harvesting. She's stripped down to her undies. I don't know why she wouldn't be in a hospital style gown, or alternately just naked.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Maybe a bad guy can explain.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>8. The Underwear Dance</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Television insists that when women bop around at home to pop music, they can't put pants or a skirt on. Or shorts. Or even a wrap.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">You get the drift. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">It's still not clear why a female character can't dance around the house dressed.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>9. Underwear/Makeup/Conversation Combo</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">This one is so popular and legit drives me up the wall.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Women on TV put makeup on before clothes. I understand if the fashion has to go over their head but usually it's a shirt. And they're often applying lipstick so it won't make a difference?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Also they have a female friend or gay male friend over, and they drop a heap of exposition. In their bra. Once again I'm a weird person who usually has clothes on before chatting with friends, whatever their sexual orientation.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>10.</b> <b>Undies 'n Ugly Crying</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Men on television rarely curl up in a ball of despair against the wall in their undies but this is a standard TV show move for female characters. Whether drinking, just having gotten a phone call that was basically A REVEAL, or dealing with a wild plot twist, women will slide to the ground in their underwear and have a meltdown.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Are they supposed to look more vulnerable this way? Is it another opportunity to bring the sexy back? Or a little of both?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>11.</b> <b>Answering The Door In Your Undies</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Many times on television, female characters answer the door in their undies. (Sometimes they have a gun, but that seems like a sub-category,) The front door, the back door, the side door, and the door to the basement—is this is going to a weird place? And now I'm multi-punning.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Sometimes they throw on a jacket or dressing gown but leave it hanging open which seems pointless.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I asked a friend if she'd ever answered the door in her underwear and she looked at me as if I were crazy. "So that's a no?"</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>12.</b> <b>Undies And The Apocalypse</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">When the world ends and things get weird with bunkers and roaming militia, we're back to the singlet-as-bra and undies combo. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I feel like when times are tough, I'd at least want a nice cardigan. </span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">When the
American presidency becomes an incomparable farce, creators of fictional worlds
have to bend and twist their tales to avoid the lure of entertainment breaking
in the face of hypnogogic reality.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">And so new
Netflix series The Politician kicks off, fittingly, with the lives of the one
percent characters so rich and lost they live like caricatures. And they seemed
familiar.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">When I was
little, I used to play with Barbie dolls. My cousin and I would eat tea
biscuits covered in pink icings and sprinkles while Barbie lived a wealthy
life. Lots of afternoon teas, and outfit changes. She was beaten, chased, raped
and had sex with every other doll on the bus. Occasionally, she murdered Ken,
and her fellow Barbie doppelgangers. There were drugs, alcohol, dramatic
arguments and weird stilted conversations both profound yet empty, entertaining
yet hyper-real. We didn't understand the context of anything we were acting out.
Like sponges we soaked up elements of the dramatic, with no true understanding
of meaning, but disturbing in retrospect.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Welcome to
the wealthy leads of The Politician. They say glib, clever things, like shadows
of profound thought. Ludicrous exaggerations in an era where exaggeration is
sometimes accurate. Like my Barbies, they enact outrageous plotlines without
hesitation because the acts lack engagement. These teens possess only a bare
inkling of the oddness as they go through the motions. But by graduation, they,
too, look back with a matured awareness of the disturbing nature of the
incidents at play. At play itself.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Payton
wants to be student body president. That is the seam of gold we chase with him.
Each season of this series will follow an election. But the vote they're truly chasing
is the viewer's. Onscreen and off, the hope of adoration: simpatico. And therein
lies the ugly beauty and the beautiful art that is the structured falsity and
fractured genius of these storytellers at play. The Politician is an entertainment
sell as clear and deliberately murky as any political campaign in the real
world. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Payton's
team has evaluated modern politicians to work out a plot, if you will, a strict
regime of self that ends with him becoming the American President. Some critics
have pointed out the present day situation ruins the premise, but why not view
the current presidency as a statistical anomaly? That denial in the script is
not a flaw, but a reflection. The great wish of the American people. A hope
that seems crass in the face of a crass presidency. In a fictional reality,
reality could become less than fiction. True crime, while still in play.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">In Payton's
world, politics is perception. Even inside the screen, reality remains in flux.
To describe the pace as erratic is to misunderstand the intent. The erraticism
matches a world off-kilter, where pace and predictability can give way to the
unexpected and surreal at any moment. People who live their lives like
characters in a drama are watching characters in a drama live their lives. In a
modern world no fictional writer could compete with, the imagined must become
real. Su-rreal. SO REAL. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The
Politicians is very, very clever in an era of sometimes rampant, often veiled
anti-intellectualism. Where those who cling to traditional hierarchies of
critical thought save their judgment almost exclusively for clever fare, as if
threatened by the ideas of others, and betrayed by the powers giving them a
platform. A quick search of online reviews shows the compliments are mostly begrudging,
like sugar-free sprinkles.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">And they,
too, become part of the story: the expected statistics. Criticism outside the
screen, yet representative of the culture of criticism inside the screen. How
we judge defines us. What we judge, defines us. In judging such a program, the
clueless become another exaggeration. The premise disarms critiquers of their
power. But television that challenges is used to being railed at. A
recalcitrant child who keeps misinterpreting the instruction "be
good".<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The
storylines amplify and distort. They steal from the rich(ness of the real
world) and give to the poor (onscreen lives). But what they steal was often
already stolen. An ouroboros between 3D and 2D living. Television incarnate. A
kind of demented Robin Hood reworking through an entertainment filter. Even as
the characters grow, they evolve into variations of other caricatures. Carrying
their old caricatures inside them. Like costuming that survived a set upgrade.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Everyone is
real. Everyone is not. Everyone is aware entertainment is reality. Everyone is
aware reality is entertainment. The filters are endless. The kaleidoscope is made
of gold, like the toilet rejected by Trump's White House. Like an Instagram
account that is live, forever.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The
characters try to earn points with wokeness, to be seen as seeing the unseen. But
every gesture is a pose in a funhouse of mirrors. A litany of inauthentic
reflections more solid than the person found in the center, written to the
core. We wander from episode to episode. We run. We watch them follow the patterns
of wealth. We watch them follow the patterns of poverty. Everyone is not real.
Nobody's pain is of value. Everyone is in pain. The colors are saturated, but
neatly contained. We laugh at tragedy, and it's tragic, how we laugh. Nobody
can control the humor. We are all here, together, on the Barbie bus. Popular
culture, twisting the knife.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Payton
wants to be student body president—so he can be an American president. Because
the fictional character has found a pattern in the non-fictional, who present as
fictional in a non-fictional world. The Politician is like a YouTube channel
that opens toys so we can see inside the box. Except the box contains another
box, and in a scathing indictment, the toys are crying. Laughing while crying.
Payton sings to cry. His tears are in tune. We are all in tune.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">We are
amused, we are endlessly amused.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: times, "times new roman", serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: times, "times new roman", serif;">By the
pain. Bothered by the pain. Both real, and unreal.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: times, "times new roman", serif;"><br /></span></div>
Gil Lianehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02386868881463602835noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5414621257719531497.post-89868094510262992312019-07-30T22:26:00.001-07:002019-07-31T01:51:41.320-07:00Science Fiction TV Turns Toward Biology<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Rather than
the coldness of computers, imaginative organic science has been popular in scifi TV recently, the prevalence of machinery giving way to a more biological
interpretation of the mysteries of the universe. To put it bluntly, spores,
trees and fungi infect our perception of the future.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><u>Imagining
Future Science</u></b></span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">What will
science allow humanity to do in the future? That is the core of science
fiction. For many years the focus was on projecting a version of current
technology. Yet recently it feels like a more imaginative interpretation is
happening.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Plants and
organisms, even if they're made of light and data rather than solid matter, are
everywhere. Has the way we think about what is possible, changed? <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Contrary to
popular belief, science isn't linear. It experiences trends. One recurrent theme has
been time, or the manipulation of time, and that has bled into our
entertainment, bringing with it an almost spiritual aspect. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Below are
some popular television shows that include an organic element (for want of a
better term). Perhaps organisms are the ultimate storytelling metaphor for life
and a sense of mortality. Maybe, like time, they are symbolic of the boundaries
that fascinate humanity the most.</span></span><br />
<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><u>12 Monkeys</u></b></span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The red
forest is an integral part of this show's mythology. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">12 Monkeys
is a beautifully written series. Time travel is a twisting concept and it can
be difficult to maintain a narrative hold. The show begins with the character
of Cole being sent back in time to stop a plague that wipes out humanity. He
partners with the virologist Cassie, and they encounter resistance from a group
called The 12 Monkeys.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The 12
Monkeys are revealed to be fanatics dedicated to bringing The Red Forest into
existence. The red forest exists beyond time. At certain points characters
drink tea made from leaves sourced in the red forest, and experience visions.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The scenes
in the red forest are eerie and compelling. They tie in with science but seem
to speak to a primal part of the mind.</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><u>Star Trek
Discovery</u></b></span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><o:p><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">A recent
addition to the Star Trek television universe, Discovery moves beyond the
standard ways of navigating through space that have been created by Star Trek
over the years, and introduces the Spore Drive.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">You'll see
a lot of debate online regarding the plausibility of this tech. The Spore Drive
takes the ship from one place to another in an instance. Basically the idea is
the technology utilizes a network of spores to move across the galaxy.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Rather than
arguing the logistics or potentiality, my interest is focused on the fact it is
a spore-driven concept: modeled on an organic idea. That at the heart (or
should that be seed) of Star Trek's greatest engineering technology, are
spores.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><u><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The OA</u></b></span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><o:p><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">An
alternate reality thriller, The OA follows a lead character that inadvertently
travelled across dimensions, a journey kick started by a series of body motions
that need to be carried out by a group.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The recent
season introduced the idea of a giant tree network that spreads across
dimensions. The tree communicated with our lead. Seeds and branches are utilized
as a way of explaining a complex multiverse reality. The tree also represents a continuing
thematic thread for the show: that community is essential to survival.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The OA is
at heart a series about alternate realities but it uses this exploration of a
possible corner of science to also explore the concept of self. The OA appears
to blend science and the spiritual, but it's interesting that a large reveal in
regards to interdimensionality takes science to an organic place.</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><o:p><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><b><u>The Expanse</u></b></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">A brilliant
example of science fiction TV, one of the story cornerstones to kick start the
show is Detective Miller's hunt for a missing woman. By the end of the first
season we see that she has been taken over by a seemingly sentient organism.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The Expanse
includes a lot of political drama. Conspiracies abound, thanks to a book series
that provides fantastic fodder in terms of complex narrative. But it was the
futuristic organism (I've seen it referenced online as protomolecule)
transforming people that cements an organic element within a series
that prides itself on scientific accuracy.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Aliens are
behind the infectious construct. The plot is quite complex and becomes more so
when it's revealed humanity has begun its own experiments using the protomolecule. But
a protomolecule that manipulates biomass, with references to seeds and
infections, makes it a great example of an organic representation of futuristic
science.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">In
conclusion…</span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">What
messages are currently echoing across small screens in the science fiction genre?</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Perhaps
that everything in the universe is interconnected. That our minds relate to
plants and living organisms as representations of life and death, themes that are
always a human preoccupation even when we're travelling the stars.</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">It's interesting to
see where our cultural imagination takes us. Here's to constantly intriguing unfolding scifi stories on the small screen.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">In the last
year I’ve worked on finalizing half a dozen pilot scripts for competitions,
pitch packages and as projects with other creatives. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Details
about the shows are below. Feel free to let me know what appeals the most. The
goal, of course, is to sell them all!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Each is a
one-hour scripted drama with a written pilot and a planned season of storylines
including multiple subplots. The end of every pilot episode has a great set-up
or plot twist for the series. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Why do I
think I have the ability to script a popular drama, you ask? <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">On the
writing front I’ve written three novels, have a short story collection coming
out soon, covered television for newsprint and websites, had my TV blog links
liked and reposted by cast and crew of US shows I’ve discussed, written scripts
and production schedules for music videos, and work as a features and content
writer. (Oh, and took scriptwriting units at university.)<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">And of course
I’ve watched thousands of one-hour TV dramas. I’ve counted scenes, subplots,
noted trends, and compared small screen storytelling styles from around the
globe. From the technical to the entertaining, structural to visual, I’m
certain I can create material that will appeal to the current market.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Before you
check out these six TV shows, please note the scripts are copyrighted for those
feeling slight-ly too inspired by the concepts.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><o:p><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RbsEAmeEVBU/W40fC3L-y0I/AAAAAAAADKw/ExsQ4w055KAPWDv00fbE82JXS0DKb1tdQCLcBGAs/s1600/4816619.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="234" data-original-width="430" height="174" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RbsEAmeEVBU/W40fC3L-y0I/AAAAAAAADKw/ExsQ4w055KAPWDv00fbE82JXS0DKb1tdQCLcBGAs/s320/4816619.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">...We all know how this meme ends.</td></tr>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><u>Saving Beauty</u></span><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4pLGrV0wZDw/W40fhYefwWI/AAAAAAAADK4/5qt5PEbwyGo6peRsz0VqFsWTs6u0JooXQCLcBGAs/s1600/sleeping%2BBeauty%2Bby%2BThomas%2BRalph%2BSpence%2Bvictorian%2Bpaintr.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="333" data-original-width="570" height="186" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4pLGrV0wZDw/W40fhYefwWI/AAAAAAAADK4/5qt5PEbwyGo6peRsz0VqFsWTs6u0JooXQCLcBGAs/s320/sleeping%2BBeauty%2Bby%2BThomas%2BRalph%2BSpence%2Bvictorian%2Bpaintr.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Interpretation of Sleeping Beauty by painter Thomas<br />
Ralph Spence. My version has less flowers, more sword fighting. </td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Logline:</span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> Sleeping Beauty is considered a disempowered
female character. But what if falling asleep makes her powerful? And what if
she’s the one saving the kingdom?<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The concept:</span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> On her 17<sup>th</sup> birthday Princess Ava
discovers she’s a Dreamer. The ability to manipulate the dreamscape threatens
the power of the High Queen, and all Dreamers are sentenced to death.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Friends and
family manage to save Ava’s life, but at a terrible cost. Now the Robin,
commander of the rebels, wants to enlist and control her. Only a powerful
Dreamer can defeat the High Family.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Whoever
controls the dreamscape, controls the world. Ava’s only choice is to become a leader,
and control her own destiny.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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member of the royal couple is put into an enchanted sleep by the mages. This
way the High Queen and High King control the other royals. Once a year they
wake up. The rest of the time their consciousness is locked in the dreamscape.</span></div>
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mysterious mage Alex, identical twins Marcus and Jerome, and the beautiful
prince Alex. Their history is complicated, as is their struggle for power. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">What I like most about the series:</span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> The people who love Princess Ava
are as dangerous to her as her enemies. Most of the characters want to protect,
manipulate, kill, or use her. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">This is a
tale of a teenage girl’s empowerment in a ruthless world where everyone has an
agenda.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Action, Adventure.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">*Read a
sample <a href="http://savingbeautypilot.blogspot.com/">here</a>.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Logline:</span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> Guardian angels have been released from their
duty of care but are still bound to a soul. They fight for control of this reality
by manipulating their assigned human. The story moves between the present day
where people begin to hear a single voice and a future where mankind is at war
on behalf of the angel factions.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The concept: </span></span></b><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">People
begin to hear one voice, and see an “imaginary friend”. Most think they’re
going crazy. Slowly they accept the apparitions are telling the truth: guardian
angels are no longer silent, or forced to protect us—and they’re not going
away.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Guardians know
every memory and desire. Some want to be friends, others want to break people
and use them like puppets. Control of this reality through humans is the end
game.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">In the future
timeline set a few years forward, the characters lead very different lives,
fighting for various angel factions.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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the recent death of her wife to a young male veteran dealing with PTSD and life
as a stay at home dad.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Guardians appearing/disappearing. </span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">In some scenes the audience sees
what the characters see which is a person standing beside them. In others, the
angels aren’t visible; reminding us it’s all happening in people’s heads. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">A split timeline.</span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> War rages in the near future. Just a few years
have passed yet the leads have changed immensely. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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friendship between a young Mexican American teenage girl who is a cutter as a
result of bullying, and a young Japanese-Korean teen guy living in America who
doesn’t seem to have a guardian.</span></div>
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Supernatural, Psychological Thriller, Suspense, Science Fiction.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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favorite teen social media star Sally is murdered. The prime suspects are
Sally’s six famous Instagram “besties”. Her sister Amy takes Sally’s place in
the social media crew to unearth the killer.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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is murdered at a party, her quiet sister Amy decides to find the killer. The
only way into Sally’s famous crew is to become an Instagram icon—but Amy
doesn’t use social media.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Signing
with Sally’s agency, she learns online fame is big business. The number one
rule: protect your persona at all costs. Endless parties, fake relationships, online
stalkers and the politics of endorsement make it clear Amy is in over her head.
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The six teens
at the party with Sally claim they want to clear their names but one has to be
the murderer. As she learns more about their lives (and lies), Amy discovers
the murder was meticulously planned. Instagram posts hold the clues—she just
needs to figure out what to look for… <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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that stand out: </b></span></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">If you grew
up on a diet of Buffy, Veronica Mars and Pretty Little Liars, you’ll know how
great it is to watch teenage girls find their strengths and navigate risky
waters.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">At first
Amy doesn’t have the social skills to tackle the case. And the more she learns
about Sally, the more she realizes she hardly knew her sister.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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leads are ambitious but also insecure, and will do anything to keep their
secrets hidden. The mean girls (and boys) have millions—in money, and
followers.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">When everybody
is so good at being fake it’s hard to tell whom to trust. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Key sells: Teen,
Murder Mystery, Social Media, Female Lead.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Logline: </span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Residents of the quarantined city of Sound live
off performances by the world’s best musicians. The groundbreaking experiment sees
the body source energy from sound waves—but with unexpected side effects. Facing
a food-deprived future, how far will those in power go to hide the truth?<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The concept: </span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Based off my novel,<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"> </b>the plot follows the arrival of a young woman, Cecilia (Ces) in
the city of Sound. Live performances are amplified through special speakers,
with citizens surviving on a mix of food and sound waves. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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into Hotel Vigoroso, owned by the famous musician Jesse. His previous band mate
Michael no longer speaks to him, having been changed by the music. Turns out,
making tunes has as many side effects as feeding on them.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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visits to the Clinic are meant to help the people of Sound. Yet those detained
are often never seen again. And with patrollers observing more than they police
and protect, the streets are not safe.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The
experiment calls for minimal tech, and the city has no contact with the outside
world. Resident artist Brad teaches Ces about life in the city, along with
Daisy, a veteran and survivor of a terrorist attack whose fractured mind may be
the key to keeping the citizens of Sound alive.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Elements that stand out: </span></span></b><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>A love of
music. </i>Sound amplifies the idea you can become addicted to a musician’s output.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>The
cultists.</i> Ceruleans wear blue robes and animal masks. They live in an abandoned
theatre, and many work in city’s red light district. Now and again the
officials collect them in “sweeps”. Many never return.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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</i>The side effects of Sound are most obvious in babies born in the city, a fact
hidden from the world. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">What I like most about the series: </span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">As the story progresses the audience
wonders if Ces may be an unreliable narrator. How much of her experiences can
be trusted? Visual symbols that act as clues and moments of delusion show Ces’
perspective might not be one hundred per cent trustworthy.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Key sells: </span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Science fiction, music, dystopia, psychological
thriller.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">If you haven't seen the EXO Lightsaber<br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Logline:</span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> In an alternate version of the present day
Jedi and Sith are members of society. Identified by a special gene, many work
in law enforcement or for the underworld, while others are rogues or loners. When
a powerful teenager emerges from the city’s slums, the fight is on to secure
his services and gain control of his power over the Force.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The concept: </span></span></b><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Disney owns Star Wars so this is almost impossible to pitch but since I was a child,
writing Jedi’s into the real world has been my dream. Lightsaber fights on the
streets after dark… How cool would that be? Teen angst meets the Force in
neon-soaked settings. Young Jedi are prone to becoming vigilantes and young
Sith are prone to running in packs</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Certain
Jedi and Sith bloodlines have become surrogate royal families, ruling the
corporate world—or the Underworld. And after a century of relative peace, Jedi
and Sith are on the verge of outright war.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">With,
Anti-Force sentiment is high among ordinary humans, a special task force, made
up of Jedi and Sith exists to monitor Force users. Powerful Force users are
considered dangerous and must choose an affiliation: Jedi or Sith.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">For a poor
teen with no allies it’s a dangerous time to discover you can control the
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Elements that stand out: </span></span></b><i style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span lang="EN-US">Blurring the line between the Jedi and the Sith.</span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"> In this reality some Sith are kind,
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The visuals</span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">. Kpop group EXO released Lightsaber in 2015 in
conjunction with Disney, a collaborative MV/film that captures the visual
aesthetic of a modern Jedi/Sith drama.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">What I like most about the series: </span></span></b><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span lang="EN-US">The Jedi/Sith conflict being transplanted to a
gritty, urban setting.</span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"> The series draws from but is not limited to existing mythology.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span lang="EN-US">Jedi, Sith and Social Media.</span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> The idea of young people posting
about and stanning famous Jedi (or Sith) is a surreal side note.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Key sells:</span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> Teen, Star Wars, Jedi, Action, Adventure.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><u>Gateway</u></span><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Logline:</span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> In
near-future New York the drug Gateway is the darling of the party scene, but
users don’t realize the dahlia-printed paper slips open the door to more than
the subconscious. Taking the petal lets you see into the Otherworld. And
sometimes, gods and spirits hitch a ride back.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The concept: </span></span></b><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The pilot establishes Gateway is a
supernatural drug that opens the mind to the </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Otherworld, allowing creatures banished from
Earth millennia ago to possess a human while the drug lasts.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Most consider Gateway a
hallucinogenic. Only a few know the Otherworld is real, short-term possession happens,
and the gods have a plan to stay on Earth permanently. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Mysterious Gateway
dealer Col sells mostly to rich kids on the clubbing scene. One night he reluctantly
gives Gateway to some friends, setting off an unexpected chain of events.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Now Col and
Brianna have to find the secret government agency that took their friends, deal
with a possession and a vengeful god’s agenda, all while avoiding the two cops
closing in on Col.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The story
follows a mix of characters caught up in an Otherworld conspiracy. They’re knowingly,
or unknowingly connected. And every one of them has secrets they want to
protect, even the gods.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Elements that stand out: </span></span></b><i style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span lang="EN-US">Futuristic Graffiti.</span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"> A fusion of tech and street art hides
messages on walls that only phone filters and programmed eyewear can find.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Vigilante Parkour Crew.</span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> Female lead Briana is a member of The
88, who uses holos to hide their profiles. “Faceless protecting the faceless. Justice
for areas cops won’t cover.”<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Visions. </span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Those on Gateway see things from the past, as
well as looking into the Otherworld. More than one doorway in the mind opens.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">What I like most about the series: </span></span></b><i style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span lang="EN-US">Love triangle.</span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"> The musician Sara relies on Gateway to see her
muse in the Otherworld, the fae Tristan. She also lives with Agent Barnes, who
tracks Gateway dealers.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Halfies. </span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Alex and Simon are known as halfies because one
parent was on Gateway and possessed by a God during conception. Halfies have special
talents, including the ability to sense when a possessed person is near, but
are prone to emotional issues.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The atmosphere. </span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Mostly shot at night,<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"> </i>Gateway is dark and fast paced and has an eerie, tense vibe. The visual
style could be called “dystopian tech”.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Key sells</span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">: Supernatural, Drama, Nightlife, Psychological
Thriller, Procedural, Action.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Thanks for
reading. My email is gilliano@iinet.net.au if you have any queries.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
Gil Lianehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02386868881463602835noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5414621257719531497.post-56140851205661858852018-07-31T07:16:00.001-07:002018-08-21T20:17:16.989-07:00The Gamble Of The Spin-Off Game<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4UYoSV6hdp8/W2BvHNjnIVI/AAAAAAAADIM/S5mUd4mETIA0jWgLPPdy9N2SsoFYejsiwCLcBGAs/s1600/originals-ending-season-5-cw.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1400" height="182" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4UYoSV6hdp8/W2BvHNjnIVI/AAAAAAAADIM/S5mUd4mETIA0jWgLPPdy9N2SsoFYejsiwCLcBGAs/s320/originals-ending-season-5-cw.jpg" width="320" /></span></a></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The
spin-off has long allowed fans to continue enjoying aspects of their favorite TV
shows. Let’s take a look at the clever art of creating a fresh and (hopefully) successful series from a current hit.</span><br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">To Spin-off or not to Spin-off, that is the
question</span><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Your favorite
show is winding down. Most main characters have dated each other. A few have
died—some even resurrected. And then there were the time jumps…</span></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Pretty Little Liars</i> nemesis pairing for spin-off <i>The Perfectionists.</i></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">But the
fan base is strong. Lots of subplots and support characters were never fully
explored, and the crew work well together. This is where a spin-off is pitched
and the network weighs the pros and cons.</span></span><br />
<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">All I can taste is coriander</span><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Spin-offs
are like perfecting a spice mix. The audience needs familiar flavors blended with
new tastes.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Old fans
need to feel the series is similar yet different to the original. New viewers
need to believe it doesn't matter they haven’t watched the original drama.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Yeah, I'm on it.</td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The
audience cannot be limited to fans of the original show. Being limited to a
niche market is a one-way street to early cancellation.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Cult shows and prequel spin-offs</span><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Most
spin-offs are either set in the same period or after the original drama but in
recent times massive cult hits have produced relatively successful spin-offs by
pre-dating a popular series.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>Breaking
Bad</i> spin-off <i>Better Call Saul</i> is a prequel exploring the history and personal
evolution of a character from the popular drama.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This one's funny I swear. So, a zombie and a human walk into a bar...</td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>Fear The
Walking Dead</i> is a prequel spin-off to the hit show <i>The Walking Dead</i>. Both deal
with different points in the timeline of a zombie apocalypse. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">You spin me right round baby right round</span><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">And then
there are the spin-offs of other hit shows that are happening but haven’t hit
screens quite yet.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Popular
series <i>Suits</i> is set to have a spin-off called <i>Second City</i>, following the
character Jessica Pearson into politics.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I'd vote for her.</td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>Game of
Thrones</i> has long seemed a spin-off goldmine due to having, you know, about a
million characters. Turns out the first spin-off will be a prequel series.</span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">When the spin-off is too different and you
can’t sit with us</span><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Fans were
excited to hear of popular series <i>Battlestar Galactica</i> getting a spin-off, and
that Caprica would follow the prequel route.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I wasn’t into BG but I really enjoyed <i>Caprica</i>. Most of my friends who loved <i>Battlestar
Galactica </i>did not enjoy <i>Caprica</i>.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-mYcxx_TrcNM/W3y9B0PRbJI/AAAAAAAADI0/xzdAdEk_6zIlpq9DdbuQp7tDVDRbXUduwCLcBGAs/s1600/4020113.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="665" height="180" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-mYcxx_TrcNM/W3y9B0PRbJI/AAAAAAAADI0/xzdAdEk_6zIlpq9DdbuQp7tDVDRbXUduwCLcBGAs/s320/4020113.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Caprica</i> dove into consideration of religion and philosophy.</td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Convincing
friends who loved science fiction but did not like or had not seen <i>Battlestar Galactica</i>
to watch <i>Caprica</i> proved almost impossible.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Somehow the
series’ spin-off status worked against it, and meant the drama ended up being
cut off from potential fans.</span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Messing with a ship </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Many
viewers become invested in the romantic elements of a drama. Spin-offs have
shown the risk of disregarding established or potential relationships. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>The Vampire
Diaries</i> teased a Klaus and Caroline relationship, yet spin-off <i>The Originals</i> cut
the ship short by sending Klaus to New Orleans.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Good times in <i>Angel</i>.</td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>Buffy The
Vampire Slayer</i> took a more careful approach and wrote Angel and Buffy into a
corner before having Angel depart for LA.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>Pretty Little Liars </i>spin-off <i>Ravenswood</i> separated couple Hanna and Caleb, and
then compounded the issue with a new co-star slash past life love interest. (Just no.) </span></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">New </span><i style="font-family: times, "times new roman", serif;">Pretty Little Liars </i><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">spin-off </span><i style="font-family: times, "times new roman", serif;">The Perfectionists</i><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"> includes Alison but not her wife Emily, so we'll see how that goes...</span></div>
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a new spin-off focusing on Klaus and Hayley’s daughter Hope is in production,
called <i>Legacies</i>. The series opts for a school setting, this time a supernatural
institute. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Book learnin' the magical way.</td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Alaric and
Caroline set up the school in the series finale of <i>The Vampire Diaries</i>. The
character of Caroline isn’t returning as a cast regular. With two shows already
it’s a complex backstory. Only time will tell if this angle will work.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Shout out to the best possible spin-off that
didn’t get spun</span><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Blogging
about spin-offs can’t happen without mention of <i>Supernatural</i> spin-off <i>Wayward
Sisters</i>. Dropping this series at the last minute was a television programming
mistake on par with the early cancellation of <i>Firefly</i>.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Starring
popular female regulars from<i> Supernatural</i>, the characters had complex personal
histories full of tragedy and persecution, whose compassion and sense of humor
was inspiring. The show already boasted a massive fan base…<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">…And the CW
network pulled the plug at the last minute. Go figure.</span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Nod to the classics</span><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I don’t
think spin-offs can be mentioned without a tip of the hat to arguably one of
the greatest combos: <i>Cheers </i>and <i>Frasier</i>.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">To think a
hit show about a group of regulars at a bar would then birth another massive
hit by focusing on the life of one of those quirky characters goes to show what
great writing can achieve.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Niles was my dad's fave character.</td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Despite
being almost cancelled in its debut year, the network kept the faith, and <i>Frasier</i> ran for ten more seasons.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Difference between a spin-off and a franchise</span><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Spin-offs
follow characters, and a franchise is focused more on shows set in a particular
version of reality. <i>Star Trek</i> and it's many shows counts as a franchise. The shows move along the
timeline but remain in the same universe (excuse the pun).<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Personally
I always wanted to see a spin-off that was a Star Trek medical drama. Fingers
crossed for that in the future.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The birth of so many memes...<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"> </span></td></tr>
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new Star Trek spin-off was announced focusing on life for Captain Jean Luc
Picard after the events of the series and follow-up films. Yes!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">The future of spin-offs</span><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Audience
appetite continues to be voracious but patience with new shows is shorter. As
platforms expand networks are taking less risks while conversely needing more
material.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I'm just sayin', those clone backstories from <i>Orphan Black</i>...</td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Spin-offs are
bound to be in abundance in this kind of entertainment environment. An
already present fan base is the go-to for today’s nervous execs. Here’s hoping
the fresh brood contain that all-important ingredient for TV success: great
writing.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Gil Lianehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02386868881463602835noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5414621257719531497.post-19088447513360723272018-06-30T07:17:00.002-07:002018-07-10T09:16:34.156-07:00How The Online Manifests In TV Dramas<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The
ever-evolving world of tech has changed the way stories are told on television.
Most notably, the existence of the web has impacted the way a plot unfolds. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">When
mobiles became commonplace, television storytelling was forced to adjust: characters were no longer be unreachable. </span></span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The Internet introduced more changes, forcing TV storytelling to adapt at an even faster
rate.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Luckily
tech is often either unreliable, or more accurately, rendered unreliable by the
way humans interact with it—making for a good story.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Search engines FTW</b></span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Modern procedurals are more
fast-paced than classic cop shows because information is readily at hand: characters
can find details on events, people and locations in moments. Experts are one search—and
video call—away. Leads can be followed up ASAP.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ANMDCCdKb0I/W0TBD6QCsfI/AAAAAAAADGA/M60O42FkEwg3YTiGHCoUOPoyYk7dDOSQQCLcBGAs/s1600/castle.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="320" height="320" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ANMDCCdKb0I/W0TBD6QCsfI/AAAAAAAADGA/M60O42FkEwg3YTiGHCoUOPoyYk7dDOSQQCLcBGAs/s320/castle.jpg" width="213" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Castle</i> searched on his mobile instead of the<br />
police precinct computers. #butheremails </td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">On the flip side, the unpredictable
nature of today’s search engines also allows for red herrings, and misguided
leaps of supposed logic. The exact wording of a search can throw off the results; misinformation offered by the web can slow down the story, and enrich a
mystery. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Random fact: Creating pretend search
engines is easier for TV shows than dealing with copyright fees associated with popular
platforms. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hAVYh1DN-Lg/W0TCJH-uiwI/AAAAAAAADGM/8Ye0hhQD70Ej_NLE8joF1x1Q_0qlxEISwCLcBGAs/s1600/riverdale.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="281" data-original-width="500" height="179" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hAVYh1DN-Lg/W0TCJH-uiwI/AAAAAAAADGM/8Ye0hhQD70Ej_NLE8joF1x1Q_0qlxEISwCLcBGAs/s320/riverdale.png" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The <i>Riverdale</i> crew use a fake search engine called Sleuthster.</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: x-large;"><b>Can you track their mobile?</b></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Tracking
people via their phones has become quite a popular storytelling tool. Disproving
an alibi used to take up screen time: now a phone call sets a person within a
tower’s radius, often neatly placing them at the scene of a crime.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-n72MR0Srv_s/W0TCjgLh4KI/AAAAAAAADGU/Sx57Qr8uubE00K9PM_Yp8qQ3ZQkkWo9ugCLcBGAs/s1600/Borderliner.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="225" data-original-width="400" height="180" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-n72MR0Srv_s/W0TCjgLh4KI/AAAAAAAADGU/Sx57Qr8uubE00K9PM_Yp8qQ3ZQkkWo9ugCLcBGAs/s320/Borderliner.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Borderliner</i> tracks mobile phone usage to reveal vital clues.</td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Of course,
mobiles aren’t embedded in the body, so location details aren’t irrefutable
evidence. They can be left behind or used to plant false leads—or alibis. But since most people have their mobiles with them 24/7, this storytelling tool is becoming more common.</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Apps
or websites that illegally track are also ways for characters to step over the
line. Installing an app that tracks a loved one, without their knowledge, can say a lot.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-QUgaVa2duYQ/W0TC62DdVQI/AAAAAAAADGc/hFD4QTp_snkZ-qQS7hEJr1dMF8KOeqgXgCLcBGAs/s1600/Safe.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="750" height="240" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-QUgaVa2duYQ/W0TC62DdVQI/AAAAAAAADGc/hFD4QTp_snkZ-qQS7hEJr1dMF8KOeqgXgCLcBGAs/s320/Safe.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Safe</i> brims with morally gray parental decisions, including<br />
the lead using an app to track his daughter's phone.</td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>But you can hack it, right?</b></span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">A lot of shows
have hackers now. If three people are friends in a TV series, one is bound to
hack. Probs not statistically accurate IRL but hey, it makes for easier
storytelling. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">An average
viewer doesn’t know much about coding which is probably why hackers have become common characters on television.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-t_puLoaPy7Y/W0TERx2lI3I/AAAAAAAADGo/qStCLQ_gTOgiuCfXAdCDu9XMuA1y03LwQCLcBGAs/s1600/arrow.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="640" height="160" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-t_puLoaPy7Y/W0TERx2lI3I/AAAAAAAADGo/qStCLQ_gTOgiuCfXAdCDu9XMuA1y03LwQCLcBGAs/s320/arrow.jpeg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Superhero shows such as <i>Arrow</i> really like the tech-savvy.</td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Since the
general public doesn’t have much idea of the limitations of hacking, writers
feel quite free to play with the boundaries of what is believable.</span></span><br />
<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span>
<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">In regards
to their impact on the plot hackers are a bit like magic users in supernatural
dramas: jumping the story across plot holes, manipulating data, and conveniently revealing restricted information.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">On television,
hackers work surprisingly best in the context of time travel. The ability to do
unbelievable things on the web is easily explained away when the hacker is
either from the future, or has somehow gained access to future tech.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Philip hacks with his future know-how on <i>Travelers</i>.</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Random pet hate: The standard hacker trope involves super-fast typing, but what appears on the computer screen rarely matches the motion of the actor's hands. First in terms of speed, and second in the way the character's fingers move across the whole keyboard but the screen shows primarily numbers have been entered.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">My suspension of disbelief doesn't extend that far.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: x-large;"><b>Dark web and deep web</b></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">And no,
they’re not the same thing. While shows now reference the dark web and
deep web, often it is vague and cryptic, used more to emphasize the
moral ambiguity of the “baddies”. </span></span><br />
<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span>
<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">For some scriptwriters the deep web and dark
web have become the Internet equivalent of the dark side. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">A few years
back shows began exploring this concept as people become more accustomed to the
Internet (and internet crime) but the results were mixed.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>CSI: Cyber</i> was cancelled after two seasons.</td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Mr. Robot
brought in-depth representation of facets of the Internet to the small
screen, garnering a more positive response from experienced coders. For the general populace the Internet is becoming less of a vague concept, and more of a complex system people are enjoying researching.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Mr. Robot</i> doesn't shy from inundating the audience with accurate tech.</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: x-large;"><b>I'll find you in the game</b></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Over the
years online gaming has continued to grow in popularity. Recently there have
been storytelling forays into the idea of community and connection, and how those boundaries
can stretch.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-s1VfSiFdrzE/W0TI9RP7p9I/AAAAAAAADHc/WqPk7tkSP10WSMWtofa0fcWxIAM079zHgCLcBGAs/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2018-07-10%2Bat%2B10.54.48%2BPM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="596" data-original-width="1047" height="182" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-s1VfSiFdrzE/W0TI9RP7p9I/AAAAAAAADHc/WqPk7tkSP10WSMWtofa0fcWxIAM079zHgCLcBGAs/s320/Screen%2BShot%2B2018-07-10%2Bat%2B10.54.48%2BPM.png" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Love o2o </i>is a Chinese series about a romance<br />
spanning the real world, and an online connection.</td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Of course,
meeting strangers via an online game can have menacing undertones. The way people
interact online can be different to how they function in everyday life: the beauty of an online world can be a far cry from the mundanity, or even brutality of their offline environment.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-fJ9fM6YyXDY/W0TJiB6teqI/AAAAAAAADHk/_Bb97IXFpWM0gNVT30uEwncZqyevwOGWACLcBGAs/s1600/sei_3028767.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="369" data-original-width="748" height="157" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-fJ9fM6YyXDY/W0TJiB6teqI/AAAAAAAADHk/_Bb97IXFpWM0gNVT30uEwncZqyevwOGWACLcBGAs/s320/sei_3028767.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Kiss Me First</i> explores the intersection<br />
of online and offline reality.</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">This dichotomy is definitely a storytelling area that,
in terms of television potential, hasn’t been fully utilized yet.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Did you see this post?</span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The Internet
has proven a breeding ground for rumor and suggestion—the stuff of which many
dramas are made.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Social
media is one way to move a plot forward, offering a “reveal” that is similar to
the old, listening in the hallway trope. Following a rival online via their
social media can cause myriad complications. Treating another person’s interpretation of a situation as fact will always prove problematic (online and off).<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Although technically a blog,<i> Gossip Girl</i> was a great example of<br />
the Internet being used to fuel a drama, disseminating truths<br />
and untruths with abandon.</td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">As social
media platforms continue to expand and grow, so does the negative potential,
especially in bullying scenarios. More and more shows are exploring the
consequences of online defamation and innuendo.</span></span></div>
<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-s-R8JF_IdQM/W0TLjVZ5HXI/AAAAAAAADH8/kBkcqmIwRdgBcI4Vns_KKaD9cd8seXOngCLcBGAs/s1600/_95691588_13rw_101_00656r.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="549" data-original-width="976" height="180" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-s-R8JF_IdQM/W0TLjVZ5HXI/AAAAAAAADH8/kBkcqmIwRdgBcI4Vns_KKaD9cd8seXOngCLcBGAs/s320/_95691588_13rw_101_00656r.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>13 Reasons Why</i> shows the dark side of teen<br />
behavior on social media, and the consequences.</td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Occasionally
the positives of social media platforms are also explored, mostly in the context of the reach
it allows.</span></span><br />
<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span>
<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">In the future more shows will probably explore the difference between
the personality presented to the world on social media, and the reality—especially as that gap continues to widen.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Doctors are
a staple of the Star Trek universe. But how great would a series focused
entirely on medical characters be? Imagine the possibilities…<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">People love medical shows</span><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The one hour scripted medical series has produced a lot of successful
television: House, Grey’s Anatomy, ER for starters, not forgetting heartwarming and humorous
classics like MASH and Scrubs.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">I'm also including the scientists who work as MEs and associated roles in procedurals—say, forensic anthropologist in Bones, a psychologist focusing on mental
health and crime in Mind Hunter, and the forensic scientist in Body of
Proof.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">No one can deny medicine/medical science practitioners and researchers create entertaining television. A futuristic medical drama seems a logical
next step. Why not make it part of a popular franchise?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Star Trek can get a version of a</span></span></b></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Seriously, do you lot not have one of these?</i></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Star Trek
shows have always held to the idea advancements in science do not make humans Godlike. </span>The medical science in Star Trek extrapolates from modern science, but also takes imaginative leaps. </div>
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In medical subplots, Starfleet doctor characters have to face the truth: that healing tech
is fallible, meaning people still die. Humanity’s battle against death retains tension in the Star
Trek universe.</div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">A healing tool that helps tackles medical issues in a vague way would make for a great series trademark. Dr Who has
a classic fix-all tool that overcomes a lot—including plot holes. </span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Would be fascinating to
see what Trek comes up with.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Peak Star Trek aka addressing social issues</span><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>The issue of the wealthy receiving better medical care than the poor,</i><br />
<i>addressed in ST Voyager episode Critical Care, remains sadly relevant.</i></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Medical
storylines in Trek shows usually address blurring lines between morals, ethics, duty, and science. A medical drama in the future can visit worlds with unimaginable quandaries. Say, wealthy societies letting people die because corporate greed
has out-priced medical care for the average citizen (oh, wait…). <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Other
possible issues to mull over are stem cell usage, biotech, plagues, vaccines, discrimination based on gene status, organ marketing,
and the use of radio frequency in medicine.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Popular tropes from medical dramas set in the present day also work: misdiagnosis, medical genius with
bad social skills, mentor and apprentice issues, problems with bureaucracy, discrimination
based on diagnosis, experimental surgeries, human testing, reproduction, and euthanasia—for starters.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Endless VIP guest stars, including Q</span><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Delving into the back catalogue of Trek characters... What a
feast of storytelling potential. I could imagine Q offering to heal a loved
one—for a price. (Moral quandaries are his forte.) Obviously the Borg, or an
ex-Borg, would rock up at some point. And any captain ever is eternally welcome!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Star Trek
isn’t averse to time travel, so getting characters from different timelines (or
realities) is never a problem plot-wise. Older and younger versions of
fan faves would be fun to see. Movie crossover characters, characters from
alternate realities—so much fun to be had.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">The Prime Directive as a</span></span></b></div>
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device</span><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The good
old super-flawed Prime Directive offers an array of plot
opportunities. The rule is Starfleet doesn't interfere with developing cultures, but such an inactive stance</span> isn't always an easy choice—especially for a doctor.<br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The pros and cons of non-interference with other civilizations lends itself to medical moral dilemmas and the
problematic (from Starfleet’s perspective) Hippocratic oath. Whether a character chooses for or against, there are often unforeseen repercussions.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>The revelation the Jem'Hadar were drug addicted soldiers<br />made them more than just indoctrinated killing machines.</i></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">For a peace-loving
mob, the Federation spends a LOT of time at war. We’ve seen field medics and storylines related to conflict scenarios in various Star Trek
TV shows. Star Fleet medics are at greater risk of kidnapping too since they’re well trained. </span>Storylines set in
adrenalized, extreme conditions, where empathy and aggression face off, make
for entertaining television. </div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Fixed shots were a signature element of past Trek TV dramas. And traditionally a lot of Star Trek medical scenes had a sense of distance, the treatments being tech-focused, making for family-friendly viewing.</span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Change these two elements, and the whole mood changes. Firstly, modernize the visual format to sharper edits and handheld shots, upping the ante of combat scenes. Secondly, introduce more archaic battlefield conditions. <o:p></o:p></span>Seeing Starfleet medics getting their hands bloody, literally, would be shocking.<br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Starfleet Medical Academy </span><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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a TV market that likes late teen/early twenty casts, a drama set
at the cadet level would be worth exploring.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Starfleet
Medical has been referenced numerous times throughout Trek TV shows so the
place isn’t unknown to fans of ST. Think a fusion of a high school/college series, and a medical drama.</span><br />
<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><br /></span>
<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Alternately, interns could showcase different places a Starfleet doctor might be posted. Or s</span>catter a graduating class across the galaxy, some even
ending up on the opposite side of a war to the Federation, as medical defectors. The sky is the limit (or not).</div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Costume me up, Scottie</span><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Casual Friday.</i></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Oh, the
outfits. Utilitarian has never been so snazzy. Seeing the
interpretations of Star Fleet uniforms is always fun. New doctor and nurse uniforms might be interesting. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Not gonna
lie though, the aliens bring the freshest styles. Headpieces get a lot of action,
as do floaty fabrics. Stepping it up, at this point I’m ready for threads that breathe, read
body data, and might be symbiotic organisms.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">The politics and intrigue of the Federation</span><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>I spy... Section 31!</i></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">My favorite
parts of the Star Trek reality? Later shows when the gray
shades of espionage came into play, peeling glossy surface layers from the utopian tendencies of earlier outings.</span><br />
<br />
Corruption in Starfleet has always produced interesting episodes. On the
medical front maybe a black market for drugs, social media and psychological manipulation, conspiracies relating to availability of treatments, poaching medical discoveries from other planets, doctors with political agendas/affiliations, discrimination
against clones and other races, religious beliefs that conflict with medical
protocols, treatment of prisoners of war for political gain… Lots to explore.</div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Give us some doc love to ship</span><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Cuties.</i></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Romance in medical
dramas is part of the genre sell. Maybe it’s the life and death vibe: romantic passion balancing out the heavy psychological
fare.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Star Trek
shows boast interesting couples and hook-ups. I would say unexpected
relationships and weird ships have long been a positive aspect of Star Trek.
Not just partners from different planets, but even holographic love interests.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Of course
in today’s world, television is showing more than hetero
couples so there are a wider range of romantic options on the table for a new Trek.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I wanna see all the docs again</span><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Bring back Bev!</i></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Star Trek
has had so many fantastic doctor characters, and a Star Trek medical drama
means they can pop by whether as lecturers, mentors, patients—or holograms. Not just human ones but alien ones too. All members of Doctor Club are welcome!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Historically
famous docs from the past are encouraged, whether via time travel, hologram
or some other storytelling device. Fictional doctors are likewise welcome.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">New aliens</span><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Always fun to make (Trek) friends.</i></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">One of the best
things about Star Trek: the aliens introduced to audiences along the way. And
not just as cultures the characters cross paths with but as Federation members
too. Each a</span>lien character is a chance to introduce a whole new ideology.</div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Sure, there
are fans of Vulcans, Klingons, Romulans, Bajorans, Cardassians, Batazoids, and
many other established ST races out there who would be happy to see them again. But meeting new races is part of
the thrill of a fresh ST series.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><o:p><span style="font-size: x-small;"><i><br /></i></span></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman";"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><i>Final
note: This idea originally came from my director friend Rob, whose suggestion I
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Gil Lianehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02386868881463602835noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5414621257719531497.post-2056003681364670272018-04-30T08:37:00.000-07:002018-06-02T08:32:44.408-07:00The Contradicting Tastes of Today's TV Audience<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Trying to satisfy modern viewers is a
complex riddle. Everyone imagines they know the answer, but even a TV series considered a sure
bet can crash and burn.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The quality of the product is only one
aspect; scheduling, marketing, and social media presence (in terms of public
reaction/interaction) play a part.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">But the basic pitch is the first step. And whether
or not a pilot is picked up is influenced by broad ideas of what the audience
wants.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Turns out today’s audiences are a fickle
bunch. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Nostalgia
vs. Dissatisfaction With Reboots</span><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">For a long time television makers clung to
the idea reboots were a sure-fire key to a ratings winner. If people have fond
memories of the original, they’ll love the reboot, right? <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Wrong.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Whether the show is faithful to the
original or reworked to match current storytelling styles, the initial interest
soon turns to dissatisfaction, disinterest, and downright hostility. Sure, a
few succeed, but it’s rare. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-0zZQYKLwhMc/WxKiSyy1xBI/AAAAAAAADA0/S6PflmN2wWcgQ462_H0PG2K8pGDc7aEjgCLcBGAs/s1600/10-dynasty.w710.h473.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="474" data-original-width="710" height="266" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-0zZQYKLwhMc/WxKiSyy1xBI/AAAAAAAADA0/S6PflmN2wWcgQ462_H0PG2K8pGDc7aEjgCLcBGAs/s400/10-dynasty.w710.h473.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Dynasty</i></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">You see a similar effect with shows that
are sourced from books and graphic novels or comics, but the success rate is
higher. Still, it’s far from a guaranteed route to small screen success.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">In each case, the network feels the
financial risk is lessened because of the established fan base. But the premise
is flawed.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-k3upJQFkEKA/WxKjwvOCsLI/AAAAAAAADBM/OvgrkdvHQvUgeh7Y1wFrrhxar0Fy1PSGACLcBGAs/s1600/shadowhunters-freeform.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="562" data-original-width="1000" height="223" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-k3upJQFkEKA/WxKjwvOCsLI/AAAAAAAADBM/OvgrkdvHQvUgeh7Y1wFrrhxar0Fy1PSGACLcBGAs/s400/shadowhunters-freeform.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Shadowhunters</i></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Personally, I loath the presumption a bad
show based on a book series or comic will be an easier sell than a great original show.
I’d much prefer something fresh and fantastic, than a mediocre adaptation soon
dropped. The fear of losing money has made the industry forget so many cult
shows became hits out of nowhere. In summary, this business model is overrated.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The best take on the nostalgia angle has proven
to be creating a show that reminds viewers of a past series, but is technically
a fresh entity. People experience familiarity but the show isn’t competing with
an earlier version of itself in their memories.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-yoHeTWGIitY/WxKipDqavDI/AAAAAAAADBA/pO-Xi1PmZ9sJBZIbv__sLpUaN_oj7fabQCLcBGAs/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2018-06-02%2Bat%2B8.46.31%2BPM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="294" data-original-width="595" height="196" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-yoHeTWGIitY/WxKipDqavDI/AAAAAAAADBA/pO-Xi1PmZ9sJBZIbv__sLpUaN_oj7fabQCLcBGAs/s400/Screen%2BShot%2B2018-06-02%2Bat%2B8.46.31%2BPM.png" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Stranger Things</i></td></tr>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></span></span></b>
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Sex
and Violence Sells vs.</span></span></span></b><br />
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Tired of Sex and Violence</span><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Sex and violence in entertainment has been
increasing over the years to the point where it’s not just common, but expected
in adult TV fare.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">What’s interesting is “gritty” television has
become code for content with graphic sex and violence. A show gains cred with
the audience by offering excessively violent scenes. They take it more seriously: darker
themes have become synonymous with an interpretation of quality.</span></span></div>
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-2kd2Aaf7ab0/WxKkhQnYbYI/AAAAAAAADBk/k3MESVJiKcEOWAGNYDzUxMJhW8yoSeamACEwYBhgL/s1600/Westworld-Episode-10-Teddy-970x545.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="545" data-original-width="970" height="223" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-2kd2Aaf7ab0/WxKkhQnYbYI/AAAAAAAADBk/k3MESVJiKcEOWAGNYDzUxMJhW8yoSeamACEwYBhgL/s400/Westworld-Episode-10-Teddy-970x545.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Westworld</i></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I believe it has to do with a Western interpretation
of feminine and masculine, in the traditional sense. Sex and violence are
connected to ideas of strength and power, past definitions of masculinity. Thus shows that offer more “masculine” fare—to clarify, it can be
female characters partaking in sex and violence; the trait itself is what is subconsciously gender identified by the culture—are taken more seriously.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span></div>
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-0a9jdTCW9PQ/WxKk_oqPaNI/AAAAAAAADBs/dXYlp75EUx0B8MJMJ9QxZPaj4V3n2cE_wCEwYBhgL/s1600/1503321118-4b902f096e63229ea93544f3b3a7ca3eccb8a408e371c6758f09ff9154686d17.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="653" data-original-width="980" height="266" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-0a9jdTCW9PQ/WxKk_oqPaNI/AAAAAAAADBs/dXYlp75EUx0B8MJMJ9QxZPaj4V3n2cE_wCEwYBhgL/s400/1503321118-4b902f096e63229ea93544f3b3a7ca3eccb8a408e371c6758f09ff9154686d17.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Game of Thrones</i></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Television shows that focus on traits historically
viewed as more traditionally feminine, are more readily derided: quirky, kind,
romantic are now often presented in simplified formats, as if the themes are
only allowed to exist in substandard material.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">This is obviously a fallacy. Television can
be intelligent with or without graphic violence and sex. But the audience has
become accustomed to this idea and Western networks now use it as a framework
for new material. <o:p></o:p></span></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">When combined with intelligent plotting, it is often successful. If not, well, not so much. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span>
<br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-WkUtaVVh5vs/WxKxU0iXtYI/AAAAAAAADDE/9qlfyhS7ZFEEPWDZGD-mXd_iqSr6SUP5ACLcBGAs/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="213" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-WkUtaVVh5vs/WxKxU0iXtYI/AAAAAAAADDE/9qlfyhS7ZFEEPWDZGD-mXd_iqSr6SUP5ACLcBGAs/s320/image.jpeg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Santa Clarita Diet</i></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">As a result, some viewers are tiring of
fare that is graphic yet doesn’t have a decent storytelling foundation. Upping
the anti, in terms of risky content, isn’t the drawcard it once was. Audiences
are suffering a form of ennui when it comes to violence and sex. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The formula needs to be redefined: more
complex storylines, and a cleverer use of onscreen violence that isn’t just gratuitous,
and inclusion of a broader emotional spectrum that may have been omitted from “gritty”
fare in the past.</span></span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-q6uhAvJ0BcI/WxKkf2_Y5HI/AAAAAAAADBk/FLoVLPlPK44rCHysUsRORrpWs8KAi-YrgCEwYBhgL/s1600/rs_1024x759-180415191342-1024-andrew-lincoln-twd-amc.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="759" data-original-width="1024" height="296" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-q6uhAvJ0BcI/WxKkf2_Y5HI/AAAAAAAADBk/FLoVLPlPK44rCHysUsRORrpWs8KAi-YrgCEwYBhgL/s400/rs_1024x759-180415191342-1024-andrew-lincoln-twd-amc.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Walking Dead</i></td></tr>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></span></span></b>
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Intelligent
Storylines vs. Too Complicated</span><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">With so much television production these
days, and full season drops becoming common, people are demanding diverse
scripted dramas. Jaded audiences are less tolerant of lazy and generic
television writing.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Thing is, how intelligent a script are we
talking? This is also the point where emotional intelligence comes into play. A
lot of great television isn’t so much about standardized intelligence, as it is
about brilliant characterization.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4BxiMDFRURg/WxKpD1dlu2I/AAAAAAAADCk/byE4lDcrHKwpAc8vBqN9DQ0roY6H06AdQCLcBGAs/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2018-06-02%2Bat%2B9.08.10%2BPM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="339" data-original-width="633" height="213" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4BxiMDFRURg/WxKpD1dlu2I/AAAAAAAADCk/byE4lDcrHKwpAc8vBqN9DQ0roY6H06AdQCLcBGAs/s400/Screen%2BShot%2B2018-06-02%2Bat%2B9.08.10%2BPM.png" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>12 Monkeys</i></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I’ve written about E.I. before. Nuanced
characters and complex emotional subtext make for memorable television but like
a classic novel, sometimes the person taking in the story just doesn’t get it. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-6N3UrcQl5Yw/WxKpaT0uA8I/AAAAAAAADCs/qD5N3DbGhG46-rSCuhNmpJ-QBdJMFFWaACLcBGAs/s1600/sherlock_2010.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="384" data-original-width="660" height="232" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-6N3UrcQl5Yw/WxKpaT0uA8I/AAAAAAAADCs/qD5N3DbGhG46-rSCuhNmpJ-QBdJMFFWaACLcBGAs/s400/sherlock_2010.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Sherlock</i></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">A quick browse through recap blogs shows even avid fans may miss underlying themes and character motivations in innovative episodes.
Intrigued is one thing; puzzled is another.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Twists are great, but if the viewer can’t
understand the motivation behind them, and foresee the potential consequences, they
end up disgruntled rather than engrossed.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Finding the fine line between challenging
and entertaining television, without alienating less intelligent viewers, is
key. And it’s not an easy task.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-m8yYMpI-36U/WxKou407J9I/AAAAAAAADCc/Qqjvs88l6ksAxH7RRou9o5zwl3Ql1XuaACLcBGAs/s1600/theexpanseseason2detectivemillerjuliamao.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="731" data-original-width="1096" height="266" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-m8yYMpI-36U/WxKou407J9I/AAAAAAAADCc/Qqjvs88l6ksAxH7RRou9o5zwl3Ql1XuaACLcBGAs/s400/theexpanseseason2detectivemillerjuliamao.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>The Expanse</i></td></tr>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Celebrating
Tropes vs. Trope Fatigue</span><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Tropes aka plot devices are a funny thing. Storytelling
patterns that reappear over and over, they’re a large part of what people love
about television. Thing is we’re comfortable with the familiar, but familiarity
can also breed contempt.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">At it’s best a trope is a tool, and they’re
favorites for a reason. Some tropes are associated with certain genres.
Star-crossed lovers are popular in teen dramas, and odd couple pairings in
procedurals. Sci-fi is packed with antiheroes and reluctant heroes who end up
fighting the system.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Elementary</i></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Modern audiences are beginning to split
when it comes to tropes. A lot of people love feeling comfortable with certain
types of characters, and plot twists. They prefer shows that are remixes of
their favorite elements. Tropes for many TV writers are a necessary part of
their creative arsenal.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-wflgotL172k/WxKndN95ZDI/AAAAAAAADCE/HhpUI8W-jmQxH3IyVrLMJWUivPzskc8SACLcBGAs/s1600/Aaron-Ashmore-Hannah-John-Kamen-and-Luke-Macfarlane-in-Killjoys-S1-Episode-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="393" data-original-width="786" height="200" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-wflgotL172k/WxKndN95ZDI/AAAAAAAADCE/HhpUI8W-jmQxH3IyVrLMJWUivPzskc8SACLcBGAs/s400/Aaron-Ashmore-Hannah-John-Kamen-and-Luke-Macfarlane-in-Killjoys-S1-Episode-1.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Killjoys</i></td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">On the other hand, other viewers are
extremely tired of seeing the same tropes repackaged. They want fresh blood. Added
to which, a lot of established tropes aren’t quite up with the times, being at
best stereotypical, at worst sexist or racist.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">A less
heavy-handed approach is probably the path of the future; a sparing use of established storytelling devices mixed
with the creation of new ones that challenge old norms. Whether or not this makes for riveting TV is still to be seen. At least it'll be an interesting ride.</span></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Riverdale</i></td></tr>
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Gil Lianehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02386868881463602835noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5414621257719531497.post-83540219553280102772018-02-20T21:25:00.000-08:002018-02-20T21:40:08.749-08:00Why So Sad Science Fiction TV?<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-DRmnKP74YII/Wozic1j7U4I/AAAAAAAAC-c/3UHZQGDdr3Y6ku993P4M71vG0y-TKelAQCLcBGAs/s1600/Dark-Matter-Promotional-Poster-S-2-2016-dark-matter-tv-series-syfy-39944648-500-265.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="265" data-original-width="500" height="169" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-DRmnKP74YII/Wozic1j7U4I/AAAAAAAAC-c/3UHZQGDdr3Y6ku993P4M71vG0y-TKelAQCLcBGAs/s320/Dark-Matter-Promotional-Poster-S-2-2016-dark-matter-tv-series-syfy-39944648-500-265.png" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Dark Matter</i></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">A malaise has taken over futuristic television. Catching up on your fave science fiction series can leave a fan feeling down. We’ve lost hella faith in humanity over the last few decades.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">When I was kid the message from Star Trek shows was, hey humanity made a few mistakes along the way but we became the greatest race in the galaxy! HIGH FIVE.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Star Fleet wasn’t technically the armed forces—although they seemed to go to war a lot for supposed pacifists. But nobody was forced to enlist: people lost their minds trying to get into the Academy.</span></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-cv1LBmwrNm0/Wozi49IiaII/AAAAAAAAC-g/F5aSv2qN_NMFAI0iKzKs6YTMfgd3RZCgwCLcBGAs/s1600/STTNG.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="533" data-original-width="799" height="213" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-cv1LBmwrNm0/Wozi49IiaII/AAAAAAAAC-g/F5aSv2qN_NMFAI0iKzKs6YTMfgd3RZCgwCLcBGAs/s320/STTNG.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Star Trek: The Next Generation</i></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The Federation presented as the coolest cult ever, where nobody minded wearing spandex to work and audiences were fervently on board (excuse the pun) with a future where humanity was the teacher’s pet. Or to be more precise, Q’s.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Now the Federation has a dodgy record with multiple cover-ups and a lot of internal issues—Section 31’s wet work for starters—not to mention god-awful xenophobia/alienophobia incidents over the years. </span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Star Trek Discovery</i></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The downhill slide into a pessimistic, messed up vision extends way beyond Federation borders. Sucky versions of the future dominate recent sci-fi TV offerings across the intergalactic, multiple realities board.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Sure, a few humans reluctantly battle on in a hero-esque way but overall our rep aint good. I mean you can’t even trust the Jedi’s these days (but that’s a whole other post).</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Here are half a dozen reasons sci-fi is taking a break from hopefulness. If Sci-fi TV were a person they’d be wearily sitting on the curb having a smoke, all the while knowing cigarettes can kill.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: x-large;"><u>Humans Are Worriers</u></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">In a way, sci-fi is a form of therapy. The cultural subconscious worries about robots and AI and pollution and corporations sucking us dry(er), so we work through those issues with dark AF visual storytelling.</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Black Mirror</i></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Sci-Fi doesn't tell anybody to lighten up. Instead it agrees we should buckle down.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Television lets us explore terrible fears through the filter of the screen, satisfying doomsday worries and making that bomb shelter seem a legit investment.</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>The Colony</i></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: x-large;"><b><u>We Respect Gritty Entertainment</u></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Science fiction as a genre has enough trouble being taken seriously (google sci-fi ghetto if you’re not clued in on the discrimination), so optimistic sci-fi television would be a hella hard sell on two levels.</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Electric Dreams</i></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">We live in a world that views optimism as a form of self-delusion. We scoff at the idea of happy endings and nod sombrely while people are chopped up onscreen. In terms of the future, we expect governments to betray most of the universe.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: x-large;"><u>The Present Day Isn’t Selling The Hope</u></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">We def don’t trust governments. In the past most looked after their country’s citizens and ignored everyone else—now they don’t even do that (example, AMERICA). In the future, we’re not expecting a lot of empathy.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">And by a lot, I mean any.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Corporations are also a massive sci-fi issue. People are the product businesses haven’t quite locked down yet. Sci-fi television says hey, give it time.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: x-large;"><u>And We’re Suspicious of The Sell</u></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">If a story presents a sweet future, utopia turns to dystopia pretty damn fast. The cost of paradise is always revealed to be brutal. Sci-Fi is pro paranoia. The worst-case scenario is usually legit.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The rich are mean and discrimination is always a thing. Always. The poor lose rights and we find new groups to treat as less than human, like clones, robots, and aliens.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: x-large;"><u>Humanity Is Cruel AF</u></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Whether it’s an alternate timeline or a parallel universe, psychos always have the upper hand. Kind people are still around but they’re rarely (if ever) in power, and are generally persecuted, whether psychologically trampled or physically tortured.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The feel is always that humanity could have/should have been better, and that even in alternate versions of reality, we still mess up big-time.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: x-large;"><u>We’re So Basic, Time Travel Is A Thing</u></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">A lot of shows kick off with the premise humanity is screwed—and it’s humanity’s fault. Like, it’s inevitable we mostly die: plague, pollution, nukes, whatever. Point is we decimate ourselves. (Although to be fair sometimes aliens help us with our demise. Mostly it’s just us, though.)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Don’t get me wrong, many time travel shows are awesomely plotted but it’s worth noting the audience instantly accepts the idea society inevitably kills itself off—wittingly or unwittingly (mostly wittingly). </span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>12 Monkeys</i></td></tr>
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<b><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: x-large;"><u>In Conclusion…</u></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Sci-fi TV is telling us we don’t trust ourselves, or other races/species we meet, or make. That humanity en masse will generally choose cruelty over kindness; that in the future heroes are sparse on the ground, and usually reluctant. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">While I get where this is coming from—and a lot of it is truly innovative, brilliant television—fingers crossed our cultural subconscious flips a little. I’m game, now and again, for small screen depictions of a future dosed up on delusional optimism. Science fiction is the greatest way to explore not just society's fears, but our hopes too.</span></div>
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Gil Lianehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02386868881463602835noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5414621257719531497.post-48248573268767891352018-01-31T08:22:00.002-08:002018-02-03T23:11:55.973-08:00Wayward Sisters Guest List<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The news of
a Supernatural spin-off focused on female hunters made me wonder which female characters
from SPN's past might make an appearance...<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Here are a
dozen I would love to see pop in for a return visit. Some are from way back when, aka season one. (Hey if they still come to mind, I call that staying
power!)<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">A few are
dead but when did that ever stop anyone in the Supernatural universe?</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">12. Bela
(Lauren Cohan)</span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Oh, she's
fun. A sassy con artist for whom double, triple, quadruple crossing (if that’s
a thing) is no big deal, Bela is a complex character with a tragic past who
would probably enjoy a vacay from hell by now…<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>11. Cassie
(Megalyn Echikunwoke)</b></span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">We never
saw Dean’s ex Cassie again after the first season. Such a pity because Cassie is
a reporter and they are always handy to have on board any Scooby Gang! And she
knows about the supernatural world too.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">10. Linda
Tran (Lauren Tom)</span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><o:p><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I really
like how Supernatural shows a lot of respect for female characters that
are moms. Prime example: Mrs. Tran. She survived a year of torture, took her
son on the run, and even protected him when he was a ghost.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>9. Ruby
(Katie Cassidy)</b></span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Angel Radio Girl, Anna’s convictions make her unpredictable. A powerful angel,
yet celestial amnesia (now a thing) meant she’s lived as a human too. Technically she died
while time travelling, so um, workable?<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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residing in heaven, she still has a soft spot for the Winchesters, and would
likely leave paradise to help out a new hunter crew. Pamela’s psychic abilities
would be a useful tool, and her character is a lot of fun.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Tiio Horn fan. Combine that with the potential for Wizard of Oz references, and how could you pass this up? Last we heard Dorothy’s the ruler of Oz, but
everyone needs a holiday (or quest) now and again.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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the first girl Sam connected with in season one. She was brought back in season
eight only to be killed by Crowley. Such a waste! She had a daughter, so maybe
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mother-daughter hunter duo, but obviously in a pinch an appearance from either
is a-okay! Yes, both deceased, but maybe they could be like Grams in Charmed, and
mentor from beyond the grave.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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an integral part of Supernatural and frankly I wish they’ never killed her
off. Maybe there is a spell-related way linked to her time in Oz to get at
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all-time Supernatural character! Nicki Aycox was great as the original Meg, but
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">In today's saturated TV market </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Teen Wolf deserves kudos for keeping fans engaged across six seasons. </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">H</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">olding viewer interest for one hundred episodes? Epic achievement. </span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Below are fifty reasons I watched and
enjoyed every instalment of the series, in n</span></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">o real order except for first place, of course!</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">People often argue that it is not
sustainable to produce music video level visuals in a TV series. Teen Wolf took
that challenge and created stunning moody, gorgeous footage: lots of shadows and cold blue feel. The lighting was
regularly outstanding and the cinematography more adventurous than most US
television shows.</span></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">49. Power Is Addictive</span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The show was big on reminding
viewers how dangerous it is to crave, and rely on, power. From the messed up
Alpha Pack, to Jackson, Leo, and the Desert Wolf, a lust for power—whether
social or supernatural—eventually destroyed lives.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">48. Everyone Became A Victim</span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">In a refreshing twist, at some point
all series regulars were powerless. No matter how strong or brave, they faced
outer or inner struggles they couldn’t (in the moment) overcome. It seemed like
Scott was powerless on more occasions than most series leads.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">47. An Actual Successful Adaptation</span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Remember the horror of terrible TV
remakes? (Looking at you 90210). Teen Wolf was inspired by an iconic movie, but
clawed its way (pun intended) to a fresh, modern take on the concept. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">46. People Die</span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Life was a battlefield for supes, especially
in Beacon Hills. The show didn’t sugarcoat the downside of life or death
conflicts. Alison, Aiden, Boyd, Erica, and Brett’s deaths were the tip of the
iceberg. No character (except maybe Scott) proved safe.</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">45. Parents Who Aren’t Morons</span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Teen shows regularly portray parents
as idiots. I really dislike this trope, and I loved how the parents here, on
varying levels, engaged with their children’s battles. On occasion a mom or dad
even saved the day. To me, that’s realistic.</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">44. Coach</span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Wow. This guy. The coach of the
school’s lacrosse team and all-round politically incorrect individual, somehow
Coach was deeply lovable. Possibly because he cared about the kids on the team?
(Well, everyone except Greenberg.) Coach’s dialogue was hilariously outrageous—and
he saved Jackson in the finale too.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">43. Wild Editing Pace</span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I used to
count cuts per episode when practicing scriptwriting and pacing. During
adrenalized sequences the editing would speed up, but also became less paced,
so the audience (probably unconsciously) picked up the erratic vibe. Loved the
infusion of energy.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">42. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>How To Lead</span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">What constitutes good leadership is
a question addressed both in high school (most noticeably on the lacrosse
field) and in the supernatural realm. On the alpha front, Derek does an awful
job with his pack, Peter is worse, and don’t get me started on Deucalion. Scott, however, becomes a True Alpha through character alone.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Howls Are Spooky AF</span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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alpha howling to subdue another creature was chilling. Lydia’s banshee wails
were off the freakin’ charts. Loved the creepy energy.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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wardrobe was an example of great costuming. While growing as a person, her
style evolved but certain elements recurred in her wardrobe. Alternately I kind
of love how Stiles never figured out how to dress well. A total disregard for
fashion matched his personality!</span></span></div>
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personal and sexual boundaries, and when they laid down the law the male
characters listened. Those who didn’t paid for that attitude. Entitlement was
not okay in this version of reality. Female characters weren't judged for their sexuality, and the women were often dominant in their relationships. Side note: </span></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Alison is a year older than Scott, and more experienced in terms of dating and relationships. Often the main couple in teen TV shows includes a super-innocent female lead, younger than the male lead; this was a great turn-around.</span></div>
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Derek’s place was crashed by Oni demons, the party at Scott’s crashed by The
Wild Hunt’s Ghost Riders. Lydia’s weird birthday had everyone hallucinating,
and OMG the lake house parties (those never end well on any teen show). Despite
the lack of success, these kids kept throwing parties. Fighting!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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supernatural killers, after his wife and daughter died he turned on his sister
and father when they lost their moral compass, helping the supernaturals
because at heart he’s a protector of the innocent. Plus, he had a droll sense
of humor. So cool.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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super-hip crew. This lot had me facepalming (and laughing) with their stupid
but authentic choices and awkward moments. The secondhand embarrassment was
real.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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brought the Nogitsune plot into play, an epic storyline, entwining myth and
discrimination at an American internment camp. And woah the Nogitsune/Stiles
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parents of Beacon Hills hard: hospital bills from supe attacks and time spent
in the supernatural psych ward added up. Pre peak GoFundMe, this was a cold,
hard dose of realism.</span></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Dreams, visions, hallucinations,
repressed memories, sleepwaking, psychic manipulation, and fugue states: the
show constantly crossed back and forward between what was real and what was
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Hills police, and dealt with dodgy officers harshly. While this isn’t always
true in real life, I liked the positive portrayal. Deputy Parrish was also a
Hell Hound and having supes—and the supe-aware—on the force made for well-rounded
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tunnels, warehouses, and abandoned buildings: think exposed beam, peeling
paint, and worn out surfaces. A lot of texture. The baddies also had wild lairs
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symbolic, or physically/psychologically/magically transformative. From mountain
ash to wolfsbane, nature had power in this world. The Nemeton (a magic tree
stump bought into the story by the wonderful mentor Deaton) was used to great
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Pretty Little Liars, Secret Life of an American Teenager, and The Vampire Diaries,
Bianca Lawson in the credits is a sure sign a teen series is approaching cult
status. (Here she plays a druid.)<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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a fear, or acknowledge unhealthy behavior to move forward. The series focused
on personal growth, whether issues were supernatural or everyday. Characters
admitted they needed help, showing it’s not just okay but kind of awesome to
express vulnerability, no matter how tough, clever or cool you are.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Darkness scored a mention, whether in school classes or casual conversation. Teen
Wolf promoted the idea it’s cool to be a well-read teen.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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agent, or cross sides are the best. Werewolves rebelled against their packs,
and hunters like Argent changed sides for ethical reasons. Enemies made short-term
alliances to battle villains. Good times.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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prejudice in any form. Prejudiced characters were shown as somehow broken. And
the plot usually showcased the idea prejudiced people not only damage others,
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supernatural cleansing was sobering because it explored the sensation of being
hated, judged, labeled, and punished for who you are. A somber metaphoric way
to make young people understand the horror and atrocities of history.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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supercool supe identities. Watching them burn it up onscreen (pun intended) was
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Nothing like a teen werewolf to
bring the angst to the party. Isaac was a prime example of awkward and clueless,
angry and traumatized—and he wasn’t the only one. Cora had some rage goin' on too.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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since he was never the sharpest tool in the shed. But the show played on the
premise heart matters more than intelligence, and the other alphas highlighted why
McCall was so popular. To quote Baron Acton, power corrupts, and absolute power
corrupts absolutely. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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manipulated. The power of grief, especially partnered with guilt, regularly
propelled the story. Heightened emotion skews judgment, and Teen Wolf used that
anomaly to push the story in certain directions.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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physical— to chases, this series kept the blood pumping. The suspense was also
high, and never once did the pace bore the audience.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Teen Wolf broke the clueless mom
mold. Melissa, Noshiko, Mrs. Argent, and Mrs. Martin are highly capable—in
different ways. And despite holding opposing philosophies as to the right path,
they always acted in what they believed was their kid’s best interests.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Instead of portraying the supe life
as hella cool, the show took a dark path: cons of lycanthropy were up there
with the pros. The pack structure left less powerful wolves open to abuse. Hunters
were a problem. And loss of self-control on full moon threatened a body count.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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to respect them, when to question them, and when to cross them. (Includes the
setting of boundaries between the children and parents. A lot of the show is
about the transition to adulthood and how that impacts the family dynamic.)<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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the sun, the moon, and the truth.” Thanks Satomi.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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to protect friends, family, lovers or strangers. It’s implied repeatedly that
making decisions for others is a way of underestimating them, and rarely ends
well in the context of the story.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">When Scott’s pack breaks the laws of
the supernatural world, there is a price. Nothing is for free in this created
reality. Acts of mercy and acts of persecution have both short-term and long-term
repercussions: expected, or unexpected, deserved or undeserved. I like that
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The Darach lost herself in the quest
for revenge, as did Monroe. Many characters—human and supe—developed a taste
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Amidst all
the intensity and drama, Teen Wolf infused comedy to balance out heavier
material. Shows like Veronica Mars and Buffy The Vampire Slayer had previously
made it clear how well this style of emotional cocktail worked with teen
audiences, and Teen Wolf took that lesson to heart.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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whacky moments came from Stiles and Coach but everyone—Liam, Lydia, Malia, even
Derek—got to deliver real zingers. Ex-villains, like Peter, really upped the
whacky factor when they joined Team Pack Scott.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Because it
shouldn’t be: onscreen or off. Girl on girl wasn’t a focus for the show, but
guy-on-guy got a lot of screen time. (Side note: So wish Kira had come back
dating one of the Skinwalkers in the finale.) Jackson was the star athlete and
school bully—with a gay best friend. Likewise, Mason being gay was a non-issue
with his best friend Liam. When the twins enroll at school and one of them is
gay, no big deal. Gay couples on the show (like the lovely Mason and Corey) were
treated the same as hetero couples: just people in relationships. Love is love
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the local psychiatric care facility—which was like something out of the Dickensian era of fiction, combined with discrimination against supernaturals—but
portrayals of depression, anxiety and PTSD. Liam had Intermittent Explosive
Disorder, Stiles and Scott experienced panic attacks, and many characters
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took a series of fabulous old tales, creatures from historical myths, and gave
them modern, creative spins. The greatest was the re-interpretation of a
banshee. Lydia’s sound-based psychic visions, attraction to scenes of impending
tragedy, and sonic warrior skills were an eerie, creative take on an old tale.
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ships. My faves were Stiles and Lydia, Melissa and Argent, and for some reason
Malia and Theo—if he went on a redemptive path in a ten year flash forward. Plus
I want a Jackson and Ethan spin-off that’s like James Bond meets Supernatural
if the Winchesters were hubbies instead of brothers.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Teen Wolf
is about working together to survive. Usually beating a big baddie takes a few
tries, culminating in a plan that requires a number of the pack to succeed. Along the way various members (or almost members) of Scott's pack piece together clues, and keep moving forward.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>3. It’s Legit
Okay To Be Afraid</b></span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">At some
point many characters admit they are deeply afraid. I love that almost everyone
is presented as a relatable person. Sometimes they hide, or run from potential conflict.
Other times they face what’s happening, but screw up, overwhelmed by fear—and
that’s okay.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Or should I say, </span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-language: JA;">Mieczyslaw Stilinski. The best friend sidekick, he’s introduced as bumbling
and kindhearted, clever but erratic in terms of focus. Unlike most of the cast,
he stays human (well, aside from a possessed period). Over the seasons he
proves an integral part of the pack, ending the series in training for the FBI.</span></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Her transition from vicious Queen
Bee to formidable leader is a riveting journey. She stops pretending to be
stupid, and starts taking care of people, even risking her life, and tackles
the discovery she’s a banshee head-on. Lydia is indomitable, and one of my fave
female characters to grace the small screen.</span><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Thanks for the good times, Teen Wolf Team! x</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Bullying can have long-term, complex
psychological impact. Watching a teen show recently, I wondered at the use of
bullying in the plot. On television bullies are an easy source of conflict
because most viewers can relate. But if the writer isn’t careful, the subtext becomes
twisted.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">What troubled me was the way the script
normalized the “mean girl” character. The adults facilitated her behavior by
ignoring it, and the other kids accepted her dominance because it was easier
than challenging her. From the outset she was given tacit permission to act in
such a way; only as her actions become more outrageous did anyone respond, or
confront her.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">That made me think about how common it is
to present television stories where the bully is ALLOWED to bully, especially
in teen storylines (workplace bullying and bullying at home are also common small
screen themes but I thought I’d focus on teen TV).</span></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Buffy The Vampire Slayer </i>offered a great example of a<br />
bully who experiences epic personal growth.</td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">As a writer I’ve used bullying in scripts
and stories. People identify with the struggles of the persecuted, and a bullying
storyline creates an immediate empathetic link with a majority of viewers. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">But I don’t want to normalize it:
presenting a bully whose viciousness is not just recognized, but tolerated
almost endorses their behaviour. In an era where victim blaming is being put
under the spotlight, a lot of bullying plots from the past and the present
carry disturbing connotations.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">What are we communicating to teens? That a
bully is a fixed personality type? That someone making your life awful is more
about how you deal with it, rather than anyone—adults or peers—forcing the
bully to take responsibility for their behavior?<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Rarely is the bully expected to grow; in
many teen shows the bully is just an enemy to be “defeated” in whatever way the
plot chooses. Responsibility for action centers on the victim; the victim’s
choices undergo more criticism and censure then the persecuting character.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The bully has become an accepted, and often
two-dimensional storytelling roadblock. For me that is problematic. Why are we
tacitly endorsing this idea? No adults should turn a blind eye to a youth
bullying others‑it is NOT normal. Likewise, teens shouldn’t see avoiding
dealing with bullies as the “normal” response. Scripted television should be
able to offer better food for thought than that.</span></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Pretty Little Liars</i> wove some tangled<br />
(and thought-provoking) bullying webs.</td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The best scripts present the bully not as a
fixed, simplified power tripper, but as complex individuals; narratives should delve
into the relationship between the bullied, and the bully. At least try to make
us see the bully's perspective. Or more accurately, how they became the
persecutors they are, and why they feel compelled to act in such a way—without
downplaying the victim’s pain. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">In many cases a friendship or relationship evolves
from the conflict between bully and victim—but not at the expense of the
victim’s self-worth. While the bully’s motivations/issues are addressed, a good
writer makes sure it isn’t at the expense of the victim: their trauma cannot be
minimized.</span></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Gossip Girl</i> saw Jenny move from victim<br />
to bully, in pursuit of social status.</td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I’ve compiled a list of ten shows where I
felt the story didn’t just exploit bullying as a cheap narrative tool, but instead
offered food for thought—whether in a good or bad way.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Moral of the story? People hurt each other:
they’re flawed, scarred, and worth trying to understand. But bullying is
nobody’s right, and victims shouldn’t be expected to handle it alone. Society
needs to tackle that misconception.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Mars: Veronica and Eli/Weevil, Veronica and Logan</span><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The pilot of <i>Veronica Mars</i> sees Eli’s bullying of Wallace
evoke a response from Veronica. By choosing to stand up to him, Veronica wins
his grudging respect and a wary friendship develops.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The revelation of Eli’s affair with
Veronica’s murdered best friend Lily adds complex layers to his character.
Other episodes offer insight into the discrimination he suffers. Over the series
we see him repeatedly choose to assist Veronica.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Logan was Veronica’s friend. Now he bullies Veronica, but as the story unfolds
they become lovers. The audience sees the domestic abuse he suffers, and how repressing
his complex emotions over Lily’s death have skewed his personality. Working to
solve Lily’s murder helps both of them heal.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>Veronica Mars</i> tackles grief and PTSD, but
what I think is fantastic is that in each of these changing relationships, Veronica
is never disempowered. She’s not at the mercy of anyone’s whims; she chooses how
each relationship progresses.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Sleepover in Beverley Hills 90210</span></span></b></div>
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stuck in my mind. Brenda has a sleepover party. This is uncool for the crew in
the upper zip code, and Brenda is slightly ashamed of her mom’s enthusiasm for
what she deems a childish plan.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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course of the evening is Amanda, Kelly’s older, sophisticated, biatch of a frenemy.
She instigates a truth-based game that soon turns ugly. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Brenda stands up for her friends, and encourages
them to do the same. During this conflict Amanda confesses the core of her
issue is an eating disorder. Brenda and the gang then invite Amanda into the
fold. What was great here was seeing Brenda’s perspective change over the
episode, and also how she not only stands up to the bully but enables her friends to do the same, which pushes Amanda to
face her issues—and then they all befriend her.</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>Freaks and Geeks</i> is popular for a reason. I found
the relationship between Lindsay and Kim so well written, in all its messy teen
glory. Lindsay’s insecurity is almost disturbing to watch; she veers from sycophantic
behavior to repressed frustration. Occasionally, she’s brave enough to be bluntly
honest.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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aggressive and veering from one outburst of wild emotion to the next, she has
no problems bullying but is also prone to random, unpredictable acts of
kindness. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The series reveals Kim’s nightmarish home
life, a vast contrast to the suburban calm of Lindsay’s existence. Seeing them
carve out a friendship, with Lindsay beginning to understand Kim while also managing
to set some boundaries, is great writing.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>Glee</i> showcased some great teen characters. I
also really liked that <i>Glee</i> focused on the harrowing psychological impact of
bullying. Openly gay character Kurt is tormented by school bullies, most
notably the footballer Dave.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Dave bullies both Finn and Kurt, but it is
Kurt whose suffering really engages with the audience. Being gay is already hard
enough in high school, so Kurt’s on-going PTSD from the harassment is extreme.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Having Dave kiss Kurt was a twist not many
saw coming. Surprisingly, Dave follows up the kiss with more bullying/threats,
to the point where Kurt changes schools in fear. The peak of Kurt’s suffering
is utterly heart-breaking.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Eventually Dave comes to terms with his own
feelings, and confesses his love to Kurt. Kurt rejects him romantically but a
friendship develops. At one point Dave attempts suicide, showcasing the idea a
bully may be deflecting deep emotional anguish onto their victims.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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We also see the PTSD of bullying survivors and how surviving persecution shapes their personalities
(especially Mona and Lucas).<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Cyberbullying and blackmail by the elusive
“A” kicks off the series. The aftereffects of bullying, judging and ostracizing teens propels the story. While Alison—missing for a year when the pilot kicks off—was the
ultimate mean girl, the four characters the story followers were her enablers.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>Pretty Little Liars</i> excels at highlighting
the myriad ways bullying works. I thought showing how over time, victims become
bullies themselves was fascinating. All the teens in the show want to feel
empowered; how they go about achieving that goal—and how they deal when that
perceived power is threatened—fuels the story.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Righteous bullying is also problematic and
rarely addressed: it could be argued that the Liars, rather than just being
victims, were prone to persecuting of those they believed were “A”. (Over the
years, this adds up to a lot of people!) I would argue in their zealousness, they too crossed
the line.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The infamous Hanna slapping Jenna scene was
a great example of a complex bullying scenario. As a seasoned bully, Jenna did
unimaginably terrible psychological damage to Hanna, but when Hanna slapped
Jenna, was that the lashing out of a victim, or another form of bullying because
Jenna is blind and therefore at a disadvantage in a physical fight?<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Since Hanna’s empathy puts her at a
disadvantage in psychological conflict with Jenna, was she moved to retaliate
via the only avenue in which she has an advantage? Where is the line drawn? At
what point when a person who is a victim lashes out, do they qualify as a
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">For me <i>13 Reasons Why</i> is a powerful story
but a problematic one. Hannah finds her empowerment through suicide; that is
how she makes her voice the loudest, her version of events the truth. Obviously
this is a profoundly disturbing choice.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">But <i>13 Reasons Why</i> really communicates that
bullying, judging and ostracizing someone isn’t merely a moment of nastiness:
that even being vicious for a minute can add up with other people’s
viciousness or neglect, and contribute to a devastating event. You don’t know
what a person experienced before you crossed paths, and what will happen to
them afterwards. The series communicates this emphatically to teen audiences.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">During the first season the lead character
witnesses sexual assault, and then suffers a sexual assault. Add this to her
other traumas, and it all becomes too much. She feels isolated and judged, and
obviously suffers depression and PTSD. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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interpret how Hannah saw her actions. Her drastic move silenced everyone else’s
voices and brought the truth to light, but it also tragically ended her own
story. At times the toxic friendships here felt like a competition to define
the narrative. In the end it was Hannah who got to outline the events, but what
a cost.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Jackson causes so many problems for those
around him. We learn his perfectionism is fuelled by insecurities; he’s adopted
and on a subconscious level is determined to be the perfect son even if he has
to bully and persecute his way to the top. He’s also extremely narcissistic.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Jackson’s world falls apart when he demands
to be turned into a werewolf, and the transformation goes wrong: his
personality instead sees him become a kamina. His connection with Lydia proves his saving grace. At this point he leaves the show (meaning the character<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>moves to London). At the end of the series he
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Lydia’s transformation from self-serving
bully to self-sacrificing leader is one of the shows greatest achievements. She’s
outed as a genius hiding her intelligence to remain popular. Slowly drawn
into the werewolf world, she eventually discovers she’s a banshee. The murder
of her best friend and a series of supernatural threats up the stakes.
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girl to a dynamic, complex young woman the others look up to and rely on. Lydia would be among my top three female
characters in a teen series. She becomes strong without persecuting others, and rather than
judging the weak, begins to empathize and endeavors to protect them. She’s also
brave in the face of the unknown: her banshee skills are eery, and
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teen bullying, the Kdrama <i>Cheer Up!</i> looks at a school life in South Korea, where academic
excellence is a national obsession. When the top five students and the bottom
five students are forced into a cheerleading club the contrast in treatment is extreme:
bullying and discrimination against the lower five is openly endorsed.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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teen suicide rates, and this series doesn’t shy away from the perspective of
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self-harm storyline here, and associated domestic abuse really highlights the
idea “perfect” teens can be living in private hells. The point made here is change
and growth can happen, with trust and communication.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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outer spheres of the teenager's worlds. Parents bully teachers. The teachers bully
parents. The teachers and parents bully students. Students bully students. There
are so many cycles of abuse at play and at first the toxic relationships seem
overwhelming, but the story is one of hope and perseverance.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>Gossip Girl</i> is rife with bullying. The Gossip Girl
of the title, a nebulous identity for most of the series, is the show's Alpha
tormentor. But GG’s online column is really just an avenue for teen followers
to cyberbully each other under the cover of anonymity.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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character in the series becomes the bully at least once, I think (Even Eric.) On
the Upper East Side, power matters. Bullies don’t just survive—in this
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The rich parents are bullies. For the teens
bullying is normalized, taught behavior. The family lives of the leads are
generally dysfunctional, except (arguably) Dan and Jenny. Jenny goes from a
victim of bullying, to “Queen Bee” (head bully) before removing herself from
the race.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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environment is a race. Even holier-than-thou Dan succumbs. Blair and Chuck
begin as bullies, and while Chuck mellows with age, Blair’s journey is a lot
rougher. Her empowering combo is bullying and intelligence.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Blair’s reluctance to develop a different way to engage with issues, and I like
the idea that transitioning from a life empowered by bullying, while still
trying to maintain a sense of power over those around you, is a long-term
problem. Her bullying is presented as a form of behavioral addiction.</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">This show was erratic in quality, but had a
powerful premise. Danny returns home after serving time in a youth facility for
the murder of his aunt. He attempts to re-friend his two besties, Jo and
Lacey.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Both are wary. Jo is more inclined to befriend
him, in the sense she stands up for him when he’s bullied and ostracized. Lacey
is attracted to Danny but in the early episodes often stays silent while he’s
being persecuted.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">At the outset of the series the audience is
unsure if the lead is guilty. Danny is clever and independent; publicly he shrugs
off the bullying most of the time with a flippant response. But viewers sense
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Almost too soon the series reveal Danny is
not the offender; as if the audience were so conflicted by whether or not to
feel bad for Danny as a victim of bullying that the show hurried to assure them
he was innocent of the crime.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Which begs the question: Would it have been
okay to bully him if he committed murder as a child? Or more accurately, be okay to
not empathize with his character’s suffering? Twisted made it uncomfortable obvious that in certain scenarios society can rationalize bullying as less offensive.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
Gil Lianehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02386868881463602835noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5414621257719531497.post-813810981763828422017-10-22T05:40:00.002-07:002017-10-22T05:49:13.847-07:00Television and Imaginative Intelligence<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">One person watching TV is not like
the other.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">TV shows consider ranges in standard
IQ and emotional IQ when creating a show. But imaginative IQ is rarely noted—and
it should be. Truth is, when it comes to TV we’re not viewing equally;
imaginative ability has a massive (but generally unrecognized) impact on the
success of visual storytelling.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The ability to imagine is deeply
undervalued. Years ago my friends and I adopted the term “Imagination IQ”: an
innate ability to experience entertainment as a form of reality.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">(I’ve seen IIQ on the web recently,
and am unsure if our interpretation lines up with the official definition? So
this might be a different take on imaginative intelligence. The goal of this
post is just to look at the impact of imagination on television and audience
connection.)<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">In theory, watching television
should take little imaginative effort. Unlike reading a book, TV doesn’t
require internally visualizing the characters. But for those with low
imaginative intelligence, transitioning to (a form of) belief in the onscreen
reality/world still proves difficult.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">First IIQ tell: attitude to visual
metaphors. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Someone with a high IIQ experiences the
story without identifying characters or worlds as metaphors. A vampire is a
vampire; a werewolf is a werewolf, and so on.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">To the less imaginative the
“unnatural” character is hard to imagine as a form of “real” unless viewed through
the filter of metaphors. Thereby vampires and werewolves become metaphorical takes on
human sexuality. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Bypassing parameters of known reality is referred to as
suspension of disbelief: the act of putting aside logic.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">But naturally imaginative viewers don’t
need to “put aside” the everyday world. What’s onscreen becomes a reality in
the moment. There is no innate battle to override the current real-world
framework: the world of the story is instantaneously real.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Likewise, the success of a
production’s world building can hinge on imaginative intelligence, and it can
be argued lower IIQ viewers call for heavier exposition.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">An imaginative person often goes
with the flow, letting the new “real” world unfold. A viewer who has low IIQ
can’t handle gaps in knowledge from the outset because they can’t maintain the
world in their mind: the base of the structure is missing, and soon collapses.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">This idea links to the general
disdain for genre television. In an interesting quirk, people will high IQ often
have low imaginative intelligence. An experience that makes a person feel
uncomfortable or lacking in some way, will usually be rejected—especially if
said person is socially conditioned to feel superior. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">“It’s not logical” is a common
criticism of genre TV, and a leaning toward logic is a common trait in those
with high IQs. But regardless of IQ levels, the imaginative can place logic in the back seat during the process of creative visualization. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Those with a high IIQ are prone to becoming avid fans because their television viewing experience is immersive, and accepting, from
the outset. </span></span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Those with a low IIQ will require a
world closer to their current reality or a format highly explanatory/exposition-heavy
from the outset, to compensate for a limited imagining skillset.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: georgia, 'times new roman', serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: georgia, 'times new roman', serif;">In summary, IQ, EIQ, and IIQ need
to be considered when creating scripted TV material. This is part of why many
brilliant, innovative programs become lost in the TV ether: there are too many
ways for people to not “get” it—and not want to admit why...</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Stories make the world go round. With binge
watching a thing, viewers are looking further, to scripted TV shows
beyond their cultural lexicon. Subbed TV has become more common—and
more diverse. The web globalizes audiences,</span></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"> </span><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">allowing viewers to reach past the scope of local networks. </span></span><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Subs are available not only in languages like English, Mandarin, or Spanish,
but also in local dialects. <o:p></o:p></span></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">(Side note: Star Trek Discovery is translated to Klingon. Out of this world!)</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I grew up watching subbed television from
around the globe. My dad loved introducing my bro and I to international
productions (remember Oshin?). Reading while viewing seems easier if introduced
in childhood. Font and speed are also relevant, especially to dyslexic viewers. Nowadays even the speed of subs can be adjusted.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Many are surprised by how much
television can vary across countries/cultures. The entire structure of a one-hour drama can change (w</span></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">hether serialized or episodic). S</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">creen time given to subplots, pace and editing, closure or lack of,
flashbacks, style of dialogue, lighting, camera angles... So many elements you didn't realize were either open to experimentation, or evolved differently in another country's television scene.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">What is lost relying on subs?
Probably nuance, in regard to the script. An episode subbed by two
different people can offer distinct translations in terms of word choice and overall mood. Since you’re getting another person’s interpretation, subtext may accidentally filtered out. The focus is more on helping you follow the narrative, especially if the goal is to sub quickly and keep up with the country of origin's schedule and subsequent online chatter.</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">In today's world where people read less, and are less worried (especially younger generations) about the structure of sentences, subbing can often be quite rough—especially unfunded fan sub projects. If grammar issues are a pet hate, well, you've been warned!</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Every now and again viewers come across what I
call cultural subber/s who will change the viewing experience. This person (or team) explain aspects often lost in translation: references to sport, ancient texts, pop songs, urban legends, popular commercials, childhood games, foods... Completely altering the way an episode is perceived.</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Japanese television
can be prone to clever wordplay. Korean characters may switch between
formal and informal ways of addressing each other; important to the tone of the scene but rarely
translated. Swedish procedurals are often so intelligently subtle that you might miss plot aspects if used to blunter storytelling styles.</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">And of course the world's cultures have
differing attitudes to gender, violence, relationships, age, sex, work, family, death,
emotion—and everything inbetween. Probably the most glaring relate to the presentation of sex. On some shows it's openly gratuitous, others avoid all sexual content, or infer it showing minimal skin. European TV is known for a style more akin to casual realism but obviously that changes from country to country.</span></span><br />
<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span>
<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">America generally equates violence and cynicism with "good" TV, and gentler emotions with lesser quality outings, especially if the plot has a romantic focus (arguably as a result of stereotypical gender associations and dismissive attitudes to traditionally "feminine" emotions—but that's a whole other blog).</span></span><br />
<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></span>
<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">These kind of</span></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"> unconscious attitudes aren't global, so television from another culture can be intriguing and open your eyes to many ways of telling an entertaining visual story. It's best, though, to understand your own (entertainment) prejudices, and try for more of an open mind when exploring the (TV) world.</span></div>
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Gil Lianehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02386868881463602835noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5414621257719531497.post-73281336930102604892017-08-06T05:01:00.001-07:002017-08-06T05:26:17.792-07:00The Future of Scripted TV<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-iZwNqwe8OIc/WYcD7lhRhyI/AAAAAAAACrM/PGJRnfOCVZgzQnzwT3YsnGlKsLAPdj6FQCLcBGAs/s1600/tvfut.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="397" data-original-width="397" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-iZwNqwe8OIc/WYcD7lhRhyI/AAAAAAAACrM/PGJRnfOCVZgzQnzwT3YsnGlKsLAPdj6FQCLcBGAs/s320/tvfut.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Scripted television is in the process
of adapting to survive an ever changing entertainment arena. The gap between the viewer and the product is
shrinking, and to remain financially viable television needs to keep audiences
engaged. But how?<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Social
media is in a sense a blessing and a curse for “traditional” TV shows. On the
positive front, various platforms allow a new level of audience engagement
(more on that later).<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">On
the other hand, a penchant for live videos has made many viewers watch fewer scripted
shows, clicking on videos instead. Vlogger numbers are showing people,
especially the younger demographic, love the immediacy of platforms like
YouTube and Instagram—meaning social media has become both supporter, and competitor.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Social
media allows audiences to become emotionally engaged with characters,
storylines, actors, or all of the above: think fans, stans, and ships. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>(FYI shipping means wanting characters in a romantic
relationship.)<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">If a
story arc takes an unpopular turn or a ship is “sunk” (ie characters are romantically
matched with other people) the ratings backlash can be vicious. Audiences today
are emotionally involved, as well as feeling more entitled in terms of having
an impact on storylines.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Much
of scripted television is pre-produced so adjusting the plot (before the next
season) is problematic. More TV shows are taking feedback into account and
adjusting scripts while in production: not so much major plots, but subplots,
character popularity, and subsequent allocation of screentime.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">This
is called fan service and (obviously) the industry has a mixed view of the
process, as it means relinquishing some control of the script direction. In
reality, taking audience reactions into account makes sense; just a subplot
change can mean the difference between cancellation and renewal, especially as
many networks no longer allow time for a show to find its feet.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Some
web series’ have experimented with interactive viewing, a little like Choose
Your Own Adventure books of the past. The idea is to shoot the next episode
with plot changes based on feedback (similar in a way to reality shows and
their “voting” systems). Perhaps this is worth considering, even if it requires
changes to the current standard production model?<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Likewise,
the ever-growing popularity of fan fiction has shown people love offshoot
stories and often can’t get enough of a particular (and sometimes minor)
character. Rather than creating entire shows—spin-offs are risky business—why
not follow the short form path of fan fiction, and produce a series of
specials, whether one episode, or five, concentrating on these characters? The
current TV format doesn’t fully utilise cast popularity. (I know this is done
with webisodes, but the drop in production quality is the problem: people need
to see the same style of shooting/editing that they see in the original
series.)<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">A
recent trend is dropping full seasons of a show for “binge” watching. This draws
large numbers in the initial period, but ongoing engagement is lost. Shows that
release one episode a week benefit from bloggers and recappers who are likely
to cover a season of a binge show in a single post.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Yes,
audiences desire immediacy, but they also have short attention spans, so
without constant reminders of a series, interest can plummet. I wonder if
statistically the second season of a show dropped en bulke performs as well as the
second season of a weekly series?<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Another
relevant aspect is, of course, profit, and the integration of marketing. Advertising
is a necessary source of income, and with the “commercial break” becoming less
tolerated, those streaming scripted TV shows have had to become cleverer when
it comes to pushing merchandise.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Product
placement is a classic advertising option. In the past it had to be subtle, but
in today’s tech-savvy market, social media celebrities push products as they
don’t have a network structure to rely on advertorially, meaning the younger
demographic likely find promotion less offensive.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">What
if instead of inserting commercials, or trying to work a few products into the
scenes of scripted TV shows, most of the props and costuming were available to
purchase? Consider a streaming platform that included links for viewers: if a dress, a
chair, or a lipgloss appealed, the viewer could swipe, and have a purchase
window/link pop open. Wouldn’t that be a less invasive form of advertising,
since these elements have to appear anyway?<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Pretty
Little Liars, in essence, held up a mirror to society’s perception of teenage
girls. Beneath the outrageous plots, the series proved to be a unique platform
exploring cyber bullying, teen sexuality, and myriad interpretations of female
empowerment in modern America.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">How do you
sum up seven seasons of a show in one blog post? Pretty Little Liars was an
interesting, hypnotic, and addictive series, occasionally a hot mess, sometimes
sublime, and often a stunning feat of visual storytelling.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">“Hyperreality”
has always been a catch cry of the show. Teen life in the made up town of
Rosewood was both familiar and unfamiliar, like a strange dream: viewers were
immersed, and then constantly saturated, in the surreal, fantastical intensity.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The story kicked off with the blackmail of our leads via a cyber-bully known as “A” one year
after their friend Alison disappeared. Each girl has something to hide, and A
manipulates our leads like puppets… But when Alison’s body shows up the “game”
becomes dangerous.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Over the
course of the series more than one A is revealed, but to be honest, these
twists seem somewhat irrelevant: the power of the show lies in the journey. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">At each
step the “liars”, as the group of girls are known, chose between loyalty to
friends, family, or lovers; considered how far they’re go to protect a secret or expose
the truth; and decided who to believe—and who to lie to.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The adults
of Rosewood, flawed by their suburban mindset, excel at ethically questionable
choices and distasteful compromises to protect their concept of family and more importantly,
reputation. Most men in Rosewood were revealed to be either incompetent,
corrupt, weak, predatory—or all of the above</span>.</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Moms Of PLL, the spin-off we're all waiting for.</td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">There were
as many references to classic film and literature as there were to pop culture.
Pretty Little Liars wasn’t afraid to be clever, and celebrated intelligent
women, but it also explored the pitfalls and false safety that came from
relying on superior intellect: the hubris of a high IQ and an
arguably low EIQ. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Perception
is key, and at times PLL felt like a kaleidoscope. Twist the lens a little, and
you could see another perspective. Being “strong” was open to interpretation.
Emily and Hanna’s versions differed greatly from, say, Mona's and Charlotte's.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The character
of Spencer was arguably the leader of the liars. It could also be said she
qualified as somewhat of a bully. Deciding on a culprit, she pursued and
persecuted with zealous. And while remorseful when her conclusions proved wrong,
she was just as rabid with the next person in her sights. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The cool
thing was you could throw ideas like this around online, and have myriad
reactions come back at you because the show existed in a relatively new mental
zone: the fandom got to enjoy a TV show in an era of rampant social media
interaction spanning podcast, recaps and fan fiction. You were never alone
in watching Pretty Little Liars—the Internet made sure of that.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Let's be honest: pre-disappearance Alison<br />
was a hella scary mean girl.</td></tr>
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sexuality was explored from a few angles. Some of the girls experimented with employing sexuality as a manipulative tool. Others were judged based on their love
lives, persecuted via rumor and speculation.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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An ex-boyfriend murdered Maya, and other supporting characters like Shana and
Ian were driven by love to try and harm the liars, while A uses the liars’
lovers to manipulate them.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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school love interests by the series finale, including said teacher, was another
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a show soared so high, tripped over its own feet, picked itself up, and reached
for the stars again—only to repeat the process. Part of the erratic quality was
due to the epic amount of episodes (totaling 160). This meant an array of
writers, speedy production, and the problem of guest actors being unavailable as
their success soared, cutting off storylines. (And viewers
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">How Jason made it through this show <br />
sane remains the greatest mystery.</td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">At it’s
worst, PLL stumbled with characters who weren’t consistent in their behavior, dropped narratives, a problematic presentation of transgender character Charlotte, occasionally
romanticized presentation of mental illness (including the psychiatric hospital that
was more like a bed and breakfast from Twin Peaks), and got out of narrative corners they’d written
themselves into by employing outlandish soapie plot devices.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Cece/Charlotte loved a good game.</td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Alison’s
return from the faux-dead was difficult because the character had reached
mythic proportions in the mind of viewers. Likewise the infamous time jump, that saw the story move forward a few years, was extremely problematic—the evolution of the characters appeared
to have stalled, or even backtracked, in their years away from the screen. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Post time jump liars were a tad boozy.</td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">But at its
best, PLL had audiences on the edge of their seat with stories both diabolical
and touching, offering interesting and multi-faceted social commentary, and complex female
characters who (mostly) made brave, clever choices in the face of adversity.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Who could
forget Emily coming out to her dad Wayne, or her mom Pam’s difficulties
adjusting? Or the moment the audience learned of Hannah’s history with an eating
disorder? Or discovering the perfect Spencer had a drug problem? Or realizing
the long-term, deeply damaging impact Alison’s bullying had on Mona and Lucas?</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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of the deeply flawed and wealthy Hastings family was riveting. Ashley
exchanging sexual favors with a corrupt cop to keep her daughter’s criminal
record clean was thought provoking. The familial isolation of Caleb and Tobey,
and their subsequent self-sufficiency and emotional vulnerability was well
written.</span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">And visually
let’s not forget the wild styling and stunning direction (the show had a
darkness to it that wasn’t just metaphorical)—not to mention an actual “noir”
episode. Pretty Little Liars managed to straddle the commercial requirements of
being on a relatively conservative network while pushing the boundaries of
standard teen TV. (Kudos on the soundtrack too.)</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Remember Ravenswood?</td></tr>
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empowerment was a core theme, one of the most disturbing (yet enthralling) elements
of the series was a lust for control, and the resulting dehumanization. The mysterious A treated the liars like dolls, playing with their lives, and at one point built
a life-sized dollhouse, complete with replica bedrooms, in which to imprison
them. Dolls, masks, magic tricks, and illusions… Pretty Little Liars was
constantly upping its symbolic game.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Like a
never-ending whodunit, the series piled on the mysteries and crimes. Life for
the liars was full of twisted adventures, usually with A at the core. “This enemy is everywhere and nowhere
at the same time,” said resident hacker Caleb of the elusive troublemaker, while Emily
baldly stated, “A is a terrorist.”</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Hardcore.</td></tr>
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was fuelled by choice and consequence but the guiding light was that the often tested bond between the young women proved unbreakable. The liars’
litany of mistakes is breathtaking, yet their character flaws and weaknesses
were acknowledged and accepted by the rest of the crew. Female friendship was
given more screen time than romantic love. </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">So, time to say vale PLL. Goodbye
to wildly inappropriate cocktail funeral attire, and fantastical storylines
that included clues from Tippy the talking bird. To a town that had more social
events than New York City. To a show that even when it momentarily failed, failed
with flair. To Mona, one of my favorite female characters ever on television.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Such an interesting woman.</td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">To a place where the years and seasons never seemed to follow the laws of the universe. To
infinite procedural red herrings. To countless examples of awe-inspiring
attempts at emotional manipulation. To the endless employment of popular plot devices, from secret adoptions,
psychics, hidden tunnels, unearthed bodies, infidelity, and evil twins (‘ello
Alex).</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Hats off to the
hard work and imagination of a cast and crew who took the original premise and
ran with it to entertaining extremes. Thanks for showing that a group of teenage girls were capable of not
just surviving persecution, but fighting back, while taking control of their
futures—with the help of their friends.</span></div>
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Gil Lianehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02386868881463602835noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5414621257719531497.post-76576251755353667152017-06-09T05:45:00.000-07:002017-06-09T20:00:35.934-07:00Circle: Two Worlds Connected Is Must-See Sci-Fi<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">(Please note this post includes references to events that<br />
take place in episodes 1-6 of Circle: Two Worlds Connected.)</td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: #202323; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: JA;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The best science fiction marries emotion with speculation. South Korean TV
series <b>Circle: Two Worlds Connected</b> taps into one of humanity’s basic fears; that
science will tamper with the parameters of personality. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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television transcends language barriers and cultural differences because every
society is curious, if not concerned, about the future, and the unexplained. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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emotions, and memory is a popular trope in science fiction. Stories</span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> exploring the use—or abuses—of
advancements in technology are more successful if the audience is tied empathetically
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span lang="EN-US" style="color: #202323;"><b>Circle: Two Worlds Connected</b> has a winning formula with
</span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">d</span><span lang="EN-US" style="color: #202323;">ominant themes of
memory, identity, and family. </span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">That most erratic variable—love—usually ruins the equation at some point
in scifi, because audiences like to see the warmth of humanity trumping the dispassion of science.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Circle: Two
Worlds Connected </b>utilizes the tricky narrative tool of a split timeline. The
first half of each episode is set in 2017, the second in a dystopian 2037. The risk with
this kind of storytelling structure is events in the present seem futile
because viewers have a window into a bleak future.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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immediate emotive link with the audience is paramount. We know what our leads
are trying to do isn’t going to work, but we need to care enough to keep
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begins with a flashback to a childhood trauma experienced by two brothers in 2007, so the
strength of their bond, even as children, is established. As adults, differing
perspectives on that pivotal event creates an ever-widening rift, but their co-dependency persists.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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has shown a TV series can run for years on the fuel of dysfunctional familial relations. In
<b>Circle: Two Worlds Connected </b>one brother studies neuroscience while the other investigates an alien
conspiracy. The way the story unfolds aligns us firmly with the “sane” one:
until it doesn’t anymore…<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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day timeline offers the possibility of an ageless alien and a number of associated
mysteries, most notably the disappearance of our leads’ father. Clues also suggest
experiments focusing on memory manipulation are causing student deaths on
campus, till now viewed as suicides.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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polluted and the rich live in Smart Earth, a city boasting no crime. Smart
Earth citizens have chips inserted in their necks, and yes that sense of
misgiving specific to mind-control storylines is probably kicking in about now.
(Plus the Smart Earth law keepers wear a lot of white: if there’s one thing
sci-fi has taught me, it’s never trust the clean!)<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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we’re unclear as to how the characters from the past connect to those in the
future: memories have been manipulated, a violation revealed by the hacker
Bluebird. But why? And by whom? How exactly did the Smart B system evolve? We’re
also told the brothers became Missing Persons at some point during the time
jump, so with each episode, our dread intensifies.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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feels claustrophobic, no matter how spacious the setting, because the narrative
is taking us inside the minds of the characters. Most are lost, searching for a
person or particular truths, or looking to hide from memories. The show is seeped
in desperation, making each episode increasingly compelling.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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characters in <b>Circle: Two Worlds Connected</b> are focused on the tie-in between memory and self. </span><span lang="EN-US" style="color: #16191f;">Post Traumatic
Stress Disorder can transform memories into tools of self-harm that impinge on
decision-making and a person’s ability to function. But this scenario wonders if the removal
or suppression of harmful memories is potentially more problematic?</span></span></div>
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mind stores them and how the present day self views them, impacts their power.
Are you really “yourself” when pieces of the puzzle that make up your psyche
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knowledge can create a delusional, God-like mindset, and that problematic
perspective lies at the heart of the conflicts here: those empowered by knowledge are abusing that power. Deciding the psychological needs of citizen is a
slippery slope, especially when you don’t gain consent.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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seems a metaphor for humanity’s timeless response to complex societal issues:
use wealth to hide from them. The story shows a safe haven can prove to be a
type of prison if those in control have no qualms tampering with your mind—for
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is only twelve episodes long. South Korean television generally opts for a single season series, and as a result shows achieve a level of sustained intensity
often missing from Western dramas. No story elements are held over for future
seasons; the production team throws everything into the shorter format.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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television is also fabulous at capturing emotive moments; the camera documents
myriad emotions flitting across the actors' faces. South Korean actors excel at
communicating complex wave of feeling just with their eyes, so prepare to be
enthralled.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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drama’s halfway point I’d guessed some reveals, and missed others. Even now,
there are a few directions the story could go, and the set-up makes many
plot options viable. I’m equally curious about the past and the future: how did
the brothers lose each other? What sequence of events brought them to this
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question: who is Byul? Is the woman who mysteriously appeared and doesn’t age,
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childhood memories? Can we trust anyone’s recall at this point?<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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