Part 1/5:
Analyzing Modern Screenwriting and Character Development in Film and Television
Over-the-Top Self-Exploration in Dialogue
In recent episodes of storytelling, there's a noticeable trend where characters begin explaining themselves in elaborately self-congratulatory ways. One example highlights a character affirming another's qualities—calling them "intelligent" and "courageous"—which tends to evoke a side-splitting reaction from audiences. This tendency often results in dialogue that feels forced or overly earnest, sometimes prompting viewers to plead for the dialogue to stop because it lacks organic authenticity.