Contemporary Realism In Donald Glover's "Atlanta"
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Contemporary Realism In Donald Glover's "Atlanta"

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Contemporary Realism In Donald Glover's "Atlanta"

In this age of media, it's often difficult to find a show to watch and enjoy. Video streaming (binge watching) has become the epitome of modern entertainment and it seems like it constantly overshadows the concept of TV watching. Though many online shows provide a fresh and witty take on the life around us, there are still major cable and satellite networks that provide such images. Only a select few shows in today's broadcast landscape provide a genuine experience that relates to humanity. A true art form in its own right, Donald Glover, also known as Childish Gambino, has created a realistic comedy-drama television series that even the streamers would enjoy.

Atlantaprovides viewers with new waves of real. The beautifully fluid crest of development crashes and breaks into a calming resolution. The show takes you on a seemingly average journey through the wonderland of Atlanta, providing a mold of its culture while also aiming to connect with people who are not familiar with the inner workings of the metropolitan paradise. What's even more substantiating about the series so far are the plot and the socially relatable characters that illustrate as tenets of "new" realism.

Glover plays the awkward yet intelligent Earnest "Earn" Marks, a Princeton dropout stuck in the environment he knows best. As he navigates through the "city" you see manifestations of the capital of Georgia within each and every other person he has a conversation with. The other two main characters Alfred "Paper Boi" Miles played by Brian Tyree Henry and Darius played by Keith Stanfield, are the essential chess pieces in connecting their reality with the viewers reality. Besides the comedic commentary, the issues/lifestyle these actors portray are actually realistic based.

Atlanta jargon (slang), trap/rap culture, local fame, police brutality/inequities, the labor force, parenting and familial ties are some of the social norms and issues in the first two episodes. Though it might be to early to tell, I personally feel that every aspect of the show is well rounded. Not only does it highlight the actual voice of people unsung who occupy urban areas, but it also raises awareness in making television really for the people. Be on the lookout for Atlanta on Tuesday's at 10 p.m. only on FX.

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