Seth MacFarlane Calls for Revival of Hopeful Narratives in Hollywood
Seth MacFarlane, creator of 'The Orville', critiques Hollywood's trend towards dystopian and pessimistic storylines, advocating for more TV shows and films that inspire hope. He highlights the change from iconic optimistic series like 'Star Trek' to modern antihero-centric narratives, citing shows like 'The Handmaid's Tale' and 'The Sopranos'.
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Renowned actor and filmmaker Seth MacFarlane has voiced concerns about the prevalence of negative narratives in current Hollywood productions, urging a shift towards more hopeful storytelling. In a recent segment of the 'Where Everybody Knows Your Name' podcast, as reported by Variety, MacFarlane labeled the industry's current narrative approach as 'dystopian' and 'pessimistic'.
MacFarlane, known for his creation of 'The Orville', expressed that Hollywood's offerings are disproportionately bleak and that there's a pressing need for content that provides an uplifting vision. As per Variety's report, he drew contrasts between today's narratives and past shows like 'Star Trek: The Next Generation', which offered visions of hope and optimism.
The actor also referenced the acclaimed show 'The Handmaid's Tale' as an example of this trend, acknowledging its quality while noting the prevailing focus on antiheroes since the success of 'The Sopranos'. MacFarlane, a multifaceted talent known for 'Family Guy' and numerous other projects, calls for a broader range of narrative perspectives.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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