The Franchise Characters Dumbing Down

The question is explored in this video: Why does it feel like everyone on screen is getting dumber? From Marvel and Star Wars to Alien and Star Trek, many modern franchises are suffering from what the speaker calls an "epidemic of dumbness." Once-competent characters are now replaced by jittery, overly chatty, emotionally erratic figures who make bafflingly poor decisions—think Jurassic Park and early Marvel heroes versus their modern counterparts. The video dives into the reasons behind this decline, pointing to a "pipeline" of writers trained to prioritize strong personal voice over long-form craft, and studio executives who demand emotional handholding, instant clarity, and constant comic relief. The result? Characters are dumbed down for social media-friendly wit and emotional shorthand, sacrificing intelligence, nuance, and storytelling depth. The video unpacks why some of your favorite franchises might be smarter in memory than they are on screen today.

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