Ron Howard
Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend
The Evolution of Comedy in Television Shows
Comedy in television series has evolved to start with dramatic moments due to the fear of losing viewers to other streaming platforms. The trend now involves opening scenes with intense, high-drama scenarios and then revealing it is a flashback. This approach is driven by the need to captivate viewers instantly and maintain their interest throughout the show, showing a lack of trust in the audience's patience and ability to follow a slower narrative pace.
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