Everyone Knows 'The Bear' Isn't a Comedy
Briefly

Jean Smart's victory at the Emmys for her role in "Hacks" and the show's award for Outstanding Comedy Series highlights the shifting definitions of comedy in contemporary television.
Hacks' win signals a potential shift in the Television Academy’s perspective, recognizing the complexity of comedy as seen in shows like "The Bear," which blends humor with reality.
The ongoing debate about what constitutes a comedy, especially with shows like "The Bear" that mix dark themes and humor, illustrates the evolving landscape of television awards.
Executive producer Josh Senior's description of "The Bear" as a show that is both funny and realistic underscores the challenges of categorizing modern television narratives into traditional genres.
Read at The Atlantic
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