Back Story: Escapism and fear made “The White Lotus” a pandemic-era hit
economist.com/culture/2025/02/14/escapism-and-fear-made-the-white-lotus-a-pandemic-era-hit
Escapism and fear made “The White Lotus” a pandemic-era hit
Now the show about obnoxious American tourists has become a drag
Television dramas always reflect the mores and preoccupations of their eras. A few boast strong enough plots or performances to endure; most are soon outdated.…
This story appeared on economist.com, 2025-02-14 18:09:35.