For me, finding the time to dive into movies, let alone embark on the marathon that is binge-watching TV show arcs spanning multiple seasons, is a challenge.
I still gravitate towards the simplicity of classic TV shows. Even though they might not offer as much room for character development compared to feature films. Characters, even if they are "flat," can draw me in and satisfy my need for a story in a single episode.
TV shows that have longer story arcs are a hit or miss for me when it comes to their climaxes. Sometimes, an episode ends on such a high note, but then the series finale leaves me feeling... underwhelmed. "Jericho" was one of those shows that left me wanting more satisfaction from its conclusion.
It seems like sometimes the story arc of these shows are based on economic or popularity reasons. And these factors can stretch a story thinner than we'd like, rather than wrapping it up in a way that feels right from a storytelling perspective.
Derek, thanks for your comment! I also frequently turn on an episode of a classic TV show for the same reasons you mentioned. It can be "comfort viewing," I suppose, but sometimes that's what you want after a long day.
I also agree that many long story arcs build themselves up for greatness only to disappoint. It's really hard to deliver after so much buildup. For me, Breaking Bad delivers, and although many dispute its ending, The Sopranos does as well. But I'm a firm believer of "Just tell me a good story," and if that story is 6 episodes or 6 seasons, that's really what I'm after. Thanks again!
I totally get where you're coming from.
For me, finding the time to dive into movies, let alone embark on the marathon that is binge-watching TV show arcs spanning multiple seasons, is a challenge.
I still gravitate towards the simplicity of classic TV shows. Even though they might not offer as much room for character development compared to feature films. Characters, even if they are "flat," can draw me in and satisfy my need for a story in a single episode.
TV shows that have longer story arcs are a hit or miss for me when it comes to their climaxes. Sometimes, an episode ends on such a high note, but then the series finale leaves me feeling... underwhelmed. "Jericho" was one of those shows that left me wanting more satisfaction from its conclusion.
It seems like sometimes the story arc of these shows are based on economic or popularity reasons. And these factors can stretch a story thinner than we'd like, rather than wrapping it up in a way that feels right from a storytelling perspective.
Derek, thanks for your comment! I also frequently turn on an episode of a classic TV show for the same reasons you mentioned. It can be "comfort viewing," I suppose, but sometimes that's what you want after a long day.
I also agree that many long story arcs build themselves up for greatness only to disappoint. It's really hard to deliver after so much buildup. For me, Breaking Bad delivers, and although many dispute its ending, The Sopranos does as well. But I'm a firm believer of "Just tell me a good story," and if that story is 6 episodes or 6 seasons, that's really what I'm after. Thanks again!