The Gray Area with Sean Illing The creator of Fargo is done with good guys vs. bad guys
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Jan 30, 2023 
Noah Hawley, celebrated novelist and showrunner known for creating Fargo, discusses the complexities of modern storytelling. He delves into the myths of the Old West and their influence on contemporary American society. Hawley explores why viewers are captivated by shows like Game of Thrones and The Walking Dead, while questioning the simplistic good vs. evil narrative. He teases a collective approach to justice in the upcoming season of Fargo and emphasizes the power of storytelling to bridge ideological divides in today's polarized culture.
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Reluctant Hero Myth
- The "reluctant hero" myth, where a good man confronts evil, is rarely how real-life justice works.
- This trope, common in Westerns, shapes American culture and our understanding of justice.
Navigating a World of Debated Reality
- Today's children must navigate a world where reality is debated, unlike previous generations.
- Hawley uses teen characters in his novel to explore this challenge of discerning truth.
Blurred Reality
- Our current world can be viewed as both a fantasy novel about reality and a realistic novel about fantasy.
- The "reality shock" of 2016, exemplified by Pizzagate, blurred the lines between what's real and what's not.
