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They discuss the evolution of sci-fi aesthetics, pointing out how earlier movies like Alien or The Terminator had tangible, practical effects that felt authentic and grounded. Today, CGI dominates, often resulting in sterile visuals that lack weight and realism. The obsession with see-through holographic monitors and smooth, featureless interfaces is criticized as a failure in design that sacrifices immersion for stylistic clichés.
The discussion also touches on the storytelling methods in recent adaptations like The Witcher or Game of Thrones, emphasizing how cynicism and moral ambiguity have replaced heroism and hope. The panel agrees that the overreliance on bleakness and moral grayness leads to emotionally draining stories that lack satisfying resolutions.