21st century Quote by Benedict Wong
“In terms of representation, television is reflecting an era that has passed. It's the wrong time; it's the wrong period. In all sorts of television, it doesn't feel like the 21st century.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: “TV and Culture”, Benedict Wong, 2022
Current TV fails to reflect contemporary society, feeling outdated and misaligned with modern times.
In simple terms: TV feels stuck in the past.
Demand more current, relevant content.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- streaming platforms
- scriptwriting
- broadcast decisions
- audience analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What TV shows feel modern to you?
- How can creators better capture today’s era?
Changing trends are hard to predict.