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fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

How 'Squid Game' Lost Itself

The introduction of the VIPs was met with derision; these simplistic villains, clad in masks, detract from the deeper themes of Squid Game.
Television
fromEater
2 weeks ago

Here's What Makes 'The Bear' So Infuriating

A lot has clearly happened between Carmy tacking up his list of "non-negotiables" in Season 3 to the end of Season 4, when he decides that it's time to walk away from restaurants forever, but those events are never examined in an effective way.
East Bay food
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

The Two Problems With Netflix's "Adolescence"

The show amplifies pervasive fears in parenting culture, suggesting every child is capable of violence. This anxiety leads to distrust and overprotectiveness.
Parenting
fromRoger Ebert
2 weeks ago

Cure Your Insomnia with Prime Video's "Countdown" | TV/Streaming | Roger Ebert

In creating 'Countdown', Derek Haas presents a narrative so dull that it lacks character development, engaging dialogue, and any semblance of story intrigue.
DC food
fromVulture
1 month ago

Even John Oliver Wants Doctor Odyssey Renewed

How is ABC renewing shows called The Rookie or Will Trent, whose premise is apparently just 'despite being dyslexic, he's become a special agent in the Georgia Bureau of Investigation... What!'
Boston Bruins
#character-development
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Why the whippet will always be top dog | Letters

Zoe Williams emphasizes the frustration of watching dog shows like Crufts being undermined by excessive human-interest segments, contrasting it with the real excitement happening in the breed rings.
London politics
#reality-tv
Music
fromPitchfork
4 months ago

Why Do the Real Songs on Love Is Blind Sound So Wrong?

Music selections in reality shows, like 'Love Is Blind', greatly influence viewer emotions but can sometimes detract from the desired charm and authenticity.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Television

The Baldwins review Alec's dreadful reality show is a new low for TV

The new reality show 'The Baldwins' reflects societal commentary, symbolizing potential despair or parody amidst Alec Baldwin's controversial past.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Apprentice at 20: how Trump and Alan Sugar's reality TV baby became little more than ritual humiliation

The Apprentice's appeal has diminished, becoming predictable and criticized, reflecting a broader decline in reality TV quality.
Music
fromPitchfork
4 months ago

Why Do the Real Songs on Love Is Blind Sound So Wrong?

Music selections in reality shows, like 'Love Is Blind', greatly influence viewer emotions but can sometimes detract from the desired charm and authenticity.
Media industry
fromVulture
4 months ago

Love Is Blind Producers Should Have Forced These Two Couples to Get Engaged

The latest season of Love Is Blind is lacking engaging drama due to rapid couple breakups.
UK news
fromSlate Magazine
4 months ago

Meghan Markle's Netflix Show Has Been Savaged. It's Even More Brutal Here in Britain.

Meghan and Harry's post-royal media ventures struggle to find impact or relevance.
Their latest project, a lifestyle show, is criticized as uninspired and boring.
fromNew York Post
6 months ago

'Yellowstone' finale divides fans - as 'disaster' ending is compared to 'Game of Thrones'

Fans expressed deep disappointment in the '#Yellowstone' Season 5 finale, with many claiming it tarnished the show's legacy and paralleling it to 'Game of Thrones' ending.
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