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They argue that when fictional characters are treated as more than just superficial archetypes—almost as fake human beings—stories become more meaningful. To illustrate, they note that sexuality is a small, nuanced part of a person's life, and misrepresenting or dismissing it is a storytelling failure. This critique echoes a broader disappointment with how certain media can often overlook depth in favor of shock value or political agendas.