Girls, an HBO dramedy aired from 2012 to 2017, depicts Brooklyn's creative class and has become a cultural touchstone for millennials. The series' portrayal of whiteness, self-importance, and frank sexuality fueled considerable discussion. Its legacy is marked by influencing subsequent TV shows featuring complex female characters. Creator Lena Dunham's unvarnished representation of sex challenged norms, establishing a precedent that no series has matched since. The anticipation for Dunham's upcoming Netflix series, Too Much, reflects the continued relevance and iconic status of Girls in contemporary television.
Girls stands as a foundational text for millennials, a biting satire that represents the self-important creative class of the 2010s with its own frank sexuality.
The show introduced a new era for television, affirming that the concept of unlikable female protagonists could resonate widely with audiences.
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