Post-Election: Escapism, Resistance, and Cheeseburgers
Mixed Signals from Semafor Media
The Gourmet Cheeseburger of TV
This chapter uses the concept of a 'gourmet cheeseburger' to explore the quality and familiarity of television shows. It discusses the balance between entertaining content and artistic expression in the evolving Hollywood landscape, highlighting challenges faced by traditional media. The conversation reflects on the industry's adaptation to audience preferences for escapism over political engagement, while expressing hope for a creative resurgence amid current challenges.
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