Culture
Why Sam Levinson Continues To Face Backlash For His Creative Choices
Sam Levinson, the director behind HBO’s wildly popular teen drama Euphoria, is once again facing widespread criticism following the release of "The Idol," a series marketed toward young adult audiences that many viewers and critics have described as deeply disturbing.
By Andrea Mew3 min read
If the Overton window theory is to be believed, The Idol may not only follow Euphoria’s trajectory of cultural popularity, but also further contribute to a growing desensitization toward graphic and extreme themes in mainstream entertainment.