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They lament the homogenization of media, where studios chase after broad audiences at the expense of artistic vision, leading to stagnation. Muller points out that even well-intentioned projects like the Star Trek Picard or Lower Decks series suffer from sloppiness, mostly because they lack genuine direction or respect for the source material.
The State of Modern Films and TV
Commenting on recent movies such as Jurassic World Rebirth and The Flash, they are skeptical about Hollywood’s ability to produce quality blockbuster movies, noting a pattern of recycled ideas, uninspired storytelling, and overinflated budgets that kill profitability.