Art Quote by Michelle Dean
“I still think, most of the time, when people called shows like 'The Sopranos' or 'Deadwood' 'art' that they were correct.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Art of Television” in The New Yorker, 2015
Critics labeling TV dramas as art reflects a shift in cultural valuation of narrative media.
In simple terms: TV dramas are now seen as art.
Key Takeaway
Recognize artistic merit in TV.
Themes
culture
media criticism
television
Mood
contemplative
critical
Type
analytical
commentary
When to use this quote
- watching TV
- writing reviews
- teaching media studies
Key Concepts
Aesthetic theory
cultural hierarchy
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria make a TV show artistic?
- Can popular media achieve high art status?
A Different Perspective
Some argue TV lacks the depth of traditional art forms.
