Miss those character-driven satires?
Does anyone else feel like the landscape of television satire has shifted too much toward aesthetics? I was reminiscing about the early 2000s style of mockumentary and character-driven dramedy—think of that raw, uncomfortable energy in shows like 'The Comeback'. It felt so authentic and gritty. Now, everything seems to require a massive cinematic score and "prestige" lighting to be taken seriously. Do you think we’ve lost that grounded, character-first focus in favor of style over substance? I'd love to hear what older series you think captured that magic better than today's high-budget hits