Sopranos creator worried about TV in a multitasking world
The Sopranos Creator Bemoans the Decline of Modern Television
The mastermind behind HBO’s groundbreaking series, The Sopranos, has expressed his dismay at the current state of television, claiming that it is “getting worse.” David Chase, the creator of the iconic show, believes that its 25th anniversary should be seen as a “funeral” for the industry.
A Shift Towards Multitasking
In an interview with the Times, Chase lamented the fact that audiences today are more focused on multitasking, making it difficult for creators to produce content that demands their full attention. He believes that this shift has resulted in a decline in quality and coherence in television shows. Streaming executives, in particular, have come under fire for exacerbating this issue.
Chase revealed that he had attempted to work on a project centered around a high-end escort, but was instructed to “dumb it down.” This experience further solidified his belief that the industry is regressing.
When The Sopranos premiered in 1999, it injected new life into scripted television, which Chase described as a “s***hole” at the time. However, he now sees the show’s impact as merely a temporary blip in the larger landscape of television.
A Funeral for Television
“So, it is a funeral,” Chase declared. “Something is dying.” He emphasized that before The Sopranos, television executives would always demand the removal of elements that made an episode truly worthwhile. However, after witnessing the success of his show, these executives were forced to confront their own past mistakes and greed.
The Sopranos premiered on HBO on January 10, 1999, and concluded after six seasons in 2007.
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