Seth MacFarlane Calls for More Hopeful Narratives in Hollywood
Seth MacFarlane discusses the negative and dystopian trend in Hollywood TV series, suggesting a need for more hopeful narratives. Using 'The Orville' as an example, he contrasts current storylines with earlier, more optimistic shows. MacFarlane critiques the prevalent focus on antiheroes similar to 'The Sopranos.'
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Actor and director Seth MacFarlane has voiced concerns about the current trend of negative storylines in Hollywood TV series, suggesting a shift towards more hopeful content, as reported by Variety.
During his appearance on the 'Where Everybody Knows Your Name' podcast, MacFarlane highlighted the dominance of dystopian narratives, which he finds one-sided and pessimistic. He cited his show 'The Orville' as a reaction to these trends, aiming to offer more optimistic views mirroring earlier Hollywood outputs.
MacFarlane pointed to 'The Handmaid's Tale' as an example of contemporary storytelling's focus on darker themes. While he praised its production and writing, he contrasted it with series like 'Star Trek: The Next Generation,' which provided more hopeful storylines. He further criticized the industry's shift towards antihero-driven narratives post-'The Sopranos' era.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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