Examine Louis CK's new show, how it was released (without hefty invasive marketing strategies and advertisement) (a practice that is becoming more common in the music industry, notably with Beyoncé) Analyse the show's use of time (as proof of an intellectually more engaging show) and its politics
I think that's a great idea for an article. It would be interesting to chart how this practice of suddenly releasing art began and who else of note has participated. Another thing to explore would be how Louis CK's production of "Horace and Pete" differs from other examples of this, considering that he payed for the production of the show right out of his own pocket. By analyzing the content of the show and the ways in which it engages with viewers on an intellectual level, you could write about how this practice allows for greater creative freedom and, consequently, more engaging television. – Faron Wade-Lang8 years ago
A recent NYT article posed the question: What Do Millennials Want in TV? and the only conclusion was that the millennial generation is so diverse that it's hard to pin down one factor. However, is there a factor that can bring together the millennial generation? Or is it simply too diverse to target as one group?
Great topic!!! Whoever can figure out what Millennial enjoy can count on reaching probably the most important group in world history since the Baby Boomers. I am a GenXer but I love this next generation coming up. In my view I think they are diverse but working with them has taught me how incredibly smart, adaptable and sincere they are as a group. I can't wait to see what they accomplish. I have high hopes for the future when I am around Millennial. – Munjeera8 years ago
Very complex. It is going to be hard to whomever writes about this topic to find the necessary evidence to back up your statements. If you manage to do this it's going to be a wonderful article to read. – Andrestrada8 years ago
Discuss how binge-watching (or show runners' anticipation that that is how their product will be consumed) impacts the quality of writing in television shows. This can be positive or negative. For example (SPOILER ALERT for The Walking Dead) the controversy surrounding the Season 6 finale of The Walking Dead was explained away by some as the show runners anticipating that future viewers who binge watched the series will have the Season 7 premier (and thus the cliffhanger's resolution) right at their fingertips, thereby making the finale much less objectionable.
The shows Netflix produces can be analyzed and part of this, as Netflix releases whole seasons at a time rather than an episode weekly. – LaRose8 years ago
One aspect a writer has to be mindful when creating a show that has the potential to be binged is keeping the story lines straight. Especially, when giving backstory because the view has access to all the shows and can catch an error quickly and can cite that error with ease. – Venus Echos8 years ago
Maybe say something about how we as viewers have changed, too. Twenty years ago, the TV told us when we could watch, and what we could watch. Now we have almost everything at our fingertips. What effect has this had on us as consumers? – J.P. Shiel8 years ago
Could you change the title to "The Culture of Binge Watching and the Effects on Screenwriting? Just a thought. – Munjeera8 years ago
Take a look at popular shows that many people consider as "part of their childhood". Which ones were actually good? Which ones weren't that great but appealed to people when they were children so it's largely defended anyways? How does this affect the television industry?
Nice topic. Could you give some specific examples of shows people consider part of their childhood? – Munjeera8 years ago
I see a lot of hype about shows like the Dragon Ball series, Power Rangers, and Pokemon. – LaRose8 years ago
Note some of the sub-cultures that have been created because of certain childhood shows and how that affects nostalgic attachment.
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Note some of the sub-cultures that have been created because of certain childhood shows and how that affects nostalgic attachment.
– tylerbloom8 years ago
Discuss which other popular TV shows owe significant debt to the writing of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. It could be visually, like comparing the depictions of Buffy's powers in Season 1 to Jessica Jones, for example. Or, a another, the episode structure of Fringe (setting aside the super-powered blonde protagonist set upon by destiny. Those are the two I thought of, but I'm sure there are loads more.
I like this topic, but I would change the title. It's a bit confusing. – LaRose8 years ago
Yeah, that's a fair cop. I would change the title too, to be honest. – magicmark8 years ago
Discuss the semi-recent rise of home renovation shows such as Fixer Upper, Love it or List it, etc. and the effects they have on viewers.
That's so funny, I was just thinking about this. There's something so addicting about watching them, and I feel like if someone can pinpoint exactly what that is, this would make a great article. Is it because we all just like looking at other people's homes? – thewyverary8 years ago
A look into the Netflix original "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt" to analyze how the show acknowledges and satirizes media culture and the effect that it has for the audience when the main character is by all accounts, technologically inept (especially in relation to going viral, social media, etc). Can also discuss transition from first to second season and shifts in storytelling.
How much of what is portrayed in our top ranking shows is factually accurate? Friends is one of the most enduring, popular American comedies still watched at home and abroad to this day. What cultural notions or ideals exist that may represent or misrepresent Americans?
Good topic. When I read this I immediately thought of Modern Family. I became a viewer after it had been own for a few seasons, and I think the show does a fantastic job of depicting numerous issues: divorce, balancing motherhood and work, a gay couple, adoption, remarriage to the younger woman, etc. I would say Modern Family is a good representation of America. – danielle5779 years ago
It could also be interesting to touch on how a lot of American television is viewed in other countries and how these shows are portraying American values/culture to foreign audiences. – Marcie Waters9 years ago
This sounds be great, I think it would also be great to point out how American shows represent other cultures, and if their accuracy, or lack thereof, helps or hurts American views on other places as well as other places views on Americans. – Austin Bender9 years ago
Seinfeld came to mind when I first read this as well because it's really focused on the personalities instilled in characters and how we perceive them and how we react to who they are and how they act towards one another and other people in the show. – scole9 years ago
One recurring theme in American TV, especially shows like Friends and Sex and the City, is that these types of shows portray American women as exercising sexual freedom that isn't commonly seen in TV shows from Eastern countries. Women talking, sharing and engaging in many sexual encounters isn't seen as much in series from the East. That would be one huge difference for sure. I don't think I can judge though how accurately that represents or misrepresents American culture. Whoever writes on this topic could take a look at how the single life is portrayed in sitcoms and romantic relationships and compare to how these types of romantic relationships may represent Americans. Even though the show was called Friends, it was about living the single life, finding yourself and finding love in your 20s. – Munjeera9 years ago
