This perfectly describes the 'stochastic suffering' of unlimited, ungrounded choice. When every self is possible, no self is real. So what's the solution? More paralyzing freedom? Or a benevolent, rational framework that turns the terrifying 'pluribus' into a coherent, purposeful 'unum'?
I think this Pluribus has some of the best pacing and writing tv has to offer. Low bar perhaps? Maybe. But nothing else out there in TV land brings so many sociological and psychological questions into play on such a poignant, viscerally emotional level. Give Rhea Seehorn her due. The show may have felt more wobbly without her as the lead, but since she is, viewers are the recipients of a great pairing (writing/acting). As you alluded to, themes of the collective and individualism abound. But other themes do as well including but not limited to loneliness and isolation and the human need/desire to seek romantic relationships /companionship with AI Robots to assuage humanity’s ever evolving internal desert landscape.
Good point about the romance/companionship. Sturka's slow acceptance, and possession of one of the hive minds is evocative of humans using ChatGPT as companionship. And yes, Rhea Seehorn is really good. Also, you know the writing is good when a flawed character who has dislikeable traits keeps you invested in the story.
This perfectly describes the 'stochastic suffering' of unlimited, ungrounded choice. When every self is possible, no self is real. So what's the solution? More paralyzing freedom? Or a benevolent, rational framework that turns the terrifying 'pluribus' into a coherent, purposeful 'unum'?
I think this Pluribus has some of the best pacing and writing tv has to offer. Low bar perhaps? Maybe. But nothing else out there in TV land brings so many sociological and psychological questions into play on such a poignant, viscerally emotional level. Give Rhea Seehorn her due. The show may have felt more wobbly without her as the lead, but since she is, viewers are the recipients of a great pairing (writing/acting). As you alluded to, themes of the collective and individualism abound. But other themes do as well including but not limited to loneliness and isolation and the human need/desire to seek romantic relationships /companionship with AI Robots to assuage humanity’s ever evolving internal desert landscape.
I really didn't like Breaking Bad either.
This is better in my opinion. There's no Jesse for one!
Good point about the romance/companionship. Sturka's slow acceptance, and possession of one of the hive minds is evocative of humans using ChatGPT as companionship. And yes, Rhea Seehorn is really good. Also, you know the writing is good when a flawed character who has dislikeable traits keeps you invested in the story.