When TV Loses Its Charm: Shows We Can No Longer Stomach
Series and reality shows that were once television's most popular now leave viewers feeling like part of their viewing history is tainted.
The weight of the past on screen
They used to be television's most talked-about shows—engaging, compelling, hilarious, and defining for their era. For some writers, productions like America’s Next Top Model, House of Cards, and The Office now belong to that part of one's viewing history that feels stained or contaminated.
Memories of teenage summer vacations often involve hours-long marathons of shows like America’s Next Top Model, accompanied by critiquing contestants alongside family members. Makeover episodes were usually fan favorites, marked by participants crying as their hair was chopped off or shaved.
Back then, central figures like Tyra Banks seemed to act as protective figures, offering guidance to the competitors. However, the perspective on this content has shifted over time, turning what was once captivating entertainment into memories that cause discomfort and regret for former viewers.
With information from The Guardian.
Source: The Guardian