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Catechism

Castalia • 119 implied HN points • 19 Aug 22
🎭️ Culture Film Television Storytelling Editing Personal Stories
  1. Sometimes, stories that seem fascinating can feel boring in real life. The excitement gets lost during retelling.
  2. The editing process is really important in filmmaking. Editors can completely change how a story is perceived.
  3. People in the industry often have their own struggles and past experiences that influence their work and attitudes.

The Envy Box: Class-Status Obsession in Prestige TV

Holodoxa • 59 implied HN points • 12 Feb 23
🎭️ Culture Television Social Commentary Human nature Satire
  1. Television shows like The White Lotus and Succession focus on class and status hierarchies rather than masculine megalomania of the past
  2. Prestige TV provides a window into the minds of elites and the anxieties surrounding the relentless pursuit of status
  3. Viewers can interpret these shows as straightforward satire, a critique of elite culture, a form of self-satisfying entertainment, or an exploration of human nature

Eternal High School

Castalia • 79 implied HN points • 27 Dec 22
🎭️ Culture Media Identity Social Critique Television Film
  1. The idea of the high school hero is a myth. Many popular kids often face a decline after school, and high school can be a tough experience for others.
  2. Social media reflects the same competitive social structures found in high school. People's popularity online can feel like a never-ending high school experience, where everyone's reputation is always on the line.
  3. Characters from shows like 'Buffy' and 'Mad Men' explore the idea of identity and reputation. They hint that it’s important to break free from societal pressures and to see ourselves as constantly evolving, rather than fixed identities.
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I'll Defend My Guy Nick Wright Against My Guy Freddie deBoer

House of Strauss • 23 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Television Entertainment Narrative Comedy
  1. The show 'First Things First' is highly praised and successful in captivating its audience through storytelling.
  2. Successful sports talk involves taking the audience on a journey through engaging narratives rather than just shouting or acting crazy.
  3. The success of 'First Things First' is attributed to its mix of entertainment, accountability for past opinions, and the show's ability to anchor viewers in the present moment.

Prestige Serialized Television is Today's Novel. Case Study: The Leftovers

Holodoxa • 39 implied HN points • 15 Sep 22
🎭️ Culture Television Literature Art Entertainment Media
  1. Television is now considered the primary artistic medium for storytelling, surpassing film and literature.
  2. Prestige television shows have the capacity to provide greater emotional depth, complexity, and range compared to novels.
  3. Some narratives, like The Leftovers, experience significant enhancements when transitioning from novels to television, benefiting from the medium's extended length and emotional impact.

Jon Stewart Can't Go Home Again

I Might Be Wrong • 6 implied HN points • 02 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Comedy Television Satire
  1. Jon Stewart had a big influence on the political comedy genre.
  2. The author is not excited about Jon Stewart's return to The Daily Show because they feel he may not understand what made the show successful in the first place.
  3. The author's style of political comedy is heavily influenced by Jon Stewart's style.

How to generate a Golden Age: TV Edition

Joshua Gans' Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 25 Dec 15
🎭️ Culture Television Entertainment Media Content creation Streaming
  1. Television is currently in a Golden Age with better content and widespread recognition of its quality.
  2. The shift in television content quality is not due to an explosion in talent, but rather a structural change in how programs are brought to consumers, utilizing time-shifting and social marketing.
  3. The evolution of television programming involves designing content that viewers want as an option, marking a departure from routine-based content delivery.

Just CTRL-F “party”

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 26 Feb 14
🎭️ Culture Television Tech Fashion Music Internet
  1. The newsletter features a variety of interesting content, from self-portraits of a heroin addict to an oral history of SXSW Interactive.
  2. A personal anecdote shared in the newsletter highlights the journey from being a Final Fantasy addict to becoming a modern city-dwelling adult.
  3. The newsletter also includes a collection of quirky and intriguing postscripts on various topics like normcore fashion, techneck, and more.

News/Acc: Sailing through Sewage

Do Not Research • 0 implied HN points • 20 Apr 21
📰 News Media Journalism Television Propaganda Satellites
  1. 24/7 news channels can sometimes act as propaganda pipelines with massive reach and funding.
  2. The media landscape is heavily influenced by factors like ownership, profit orientation, and large investments required to start media ventures.
  3. Watching news channels like Euronews can be a dull experience, with repetitive stories and little insightful critique.

Killers of Flower Moon Fails the “Quantumania Test”

The Entertainment Strategy Guy • 0 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
💼 Business Film Television Streaming Entertainment
  1. Actual numbers are crucial in determining what works in streaming content, not just vague data and reviews.
  2. Reviewers plan to conduct a series on successful and unsuccessful streaming content from 2023 to present trends and insights.
  3. Apple TV+ films, like 'Killers of the Flower Moon,' can't be considered successful by the 'Quantumania Test' if they fail to attract viewers despite high production costs.

Things I love about Chernobyl, the HBO series

Tranquil Thoughts • 0 implied HN points • 02 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture Television Film Media Storytelling History
  1. The show Chernobyl uses restraint in its storytelling, focusing on the reality of the disaster without overly dramatizing events. This makes the series feel more authentic and trustworthy.
  2. Language plays a big role in the show, showcasing unique phrases and expressions that reflect the culture and complexity of the Soviet Union. This adds depth and richness to the dialogue.
  3. Attention to detail is a standout feature of Chernobyl, with accurate depictions of the era's hairstyles, clothing, and technology. It helps to transport viewers back to the 1980s Soviet Union and makes the story more believable.

Madness, ctd.

Matt’s Five Points • 0 implied HN points • 17 Mar 11
🎾 Sports Basketball Tournaments Broadcasting Commentary Television
  1. The author is frustrated with the way sports broadcasts name locations during tournaments. It seems like the naming has become absurd and unnecessary.
  2. There is a prediction that the following year's tournament won't have the same confusing naming style.
  3. The tone suggests a lighthearted but critical view on how sports media can sometimes overcomplicate simple things.

"Tetris" vs. "Murder Mystery 2" (and What This Battle Says About Apple TV+...)

The Entertainment Strategy Guy • 0 implied HN points • 01 May 23
💼 Business Streaming Data Analysis Television Film Entertainment
  1. Film comparison between 'Tetris' and 'Murder Mystery 2' shows the power of platform and audience size.
  2. Utilizing various data sources offers insights into content performance and audience engagement.
  3. Interest in a film doesn't always translate to high viewership, highlighting the impact of platform subscriptions.

The Number of New Shows Are Down, But Ratings Are Way Up, and the NFL Jumps Up 31% on Streaming in 2023

The Entertainment Strategy Guy • 0 implied HN points • 04 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Technology Television Entertainment Streaming Sports
  1. Fewer new shows and movies were released on streaming at the start of 2024
  2. Despite the decrease in new content, streaming viewership surged, especially during the holiday period
  3. NFL streaming saw a significant increase of 31% in viewership during the 2023 season

28 Films & TV Shows Every Product Manager and Analyst Need to Watch

CAUSL Effect • 0 implied HN points • 04 May 24
🎭️ Culture Film Television Media Entertainment
  1. Movies and TV shows can help revive motivation and passion for your job. Taking a break and watching something interesting can inspire new ideas and energy.
  2. A curated list of films and shows is available for product managers and analysts to check out. These recommendations aim to provide both entertainment and insight related to work.
  3. Engaging with stories from cinema and TV can help you reconnect with your industry and find fresh perspectives during tough work periods. It's a fun way to boost creativity.