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Why do we love hate-watching certain films and series?

Feb 22, 2025
Well-known critic Emily Nussbaum discusses the rise of hate-watching, using 'Love Island' as an example. She talks about her experience hate-watching 'Smash' and explores why people continue to watch shows they don't like. The podcast delves into the social and psychological aspects of hate-watching popular shows.
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  • Hate-watching fosters social bonding through shared mockery of shows, creating a group comedy experience.
  • Hate-watching acts as an escapism tool by allowing viewers to deflect personal issues onto external sources.

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The Rise of Hate Watching

Hate watching has become increasingly popular with the emergence of streaming platforms. Shows like Love Island, Emily in Paris, Glee, and True Blood are prime examples of series people love to hate watch. Watching these shows in groups, posting live comments or memes on social media, and mocking their perceived flaws have created a shared experience among viewers.

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