This is exactly why I rarely watch TV anymore! I'm not against subtle influences from the artist's viewpoints leaking into a work...it usually happens. But I just can't stand when, as you say, The Message is forced in there. I just want a good story. I've read books written by authors who are the total opposite of the political spectrum from me, but I've still loved their work because it was a GOOD STORY. And that's how it should be.
Absolutely! It's totally fine (and actually good/interesting) to have your work reflect your viewpoints in a tasteful and subtle manner. But if you're there to lecture, writing fiction ain't the job for you, sweetheart.
This is exactly why I rarely watch TV anymore! I'm not against subtle influences from the artist's viewpoints leaking into a work...it usually happens. But I just can't stand when, as you say, The Message is forced in there. I just want a good story. I've read books written by authors who are the total opposite of the political spectrum from me, but I've still loved their work because it was a GOOD STORY. And that's how it should be.
Absolutely! It's totally fine (and actually good/interesting) to have your work reflect your viewpoints in a tasteful and subtle manner. But if you're there to lecture, writing fiction ain't the job for you, sweetheart.