Every generation leaves something behind, not only in the work it produces, but in the standards it establishes, the stories it tells, and the expectations it passes on. Perhaps part of what we’re witnessing now is the gradual disappearance of a particular kind of craftsmanship, once understood and appreciated as an essential part of the creative process. And perhaps the more troubling question isn’t simply what we’re losing, but whether we’ve even noticed what has taken its place.
Beyond the Gate: Storytelling in the Streaming Era
There are moments when a conversation begins with a specific franchise, a canceled project, or a disappointing announcement, only to reveal something much larger underneath.…