CCTV’s ‘The Northwest Years’ is failing to capture domestic audiences’ attention, as well as losing the online social media war to American TV show ‘Stranger Things’
What do you think?
I get the appeal of ‘The Northwest Years’—like, dusty old-timey outfits, inspiring quotes, and battles where everyone’s loyalty is beyond question. But can they match the thrill of kids on bikes with supernatural powers? Plus, with ‘Stranger Things,’ I don’t feel guilty if I skip an episode. Try explaining that to your Party Committee.
‘The Northwest Years’ is exciting, I’m sure, but there’s something thrilling about a show where heroes are running from literal monsters instead of ideological ones. And anyway, I know how ‘The Northwest Years’ ends—spoiler alert: loyalty to the Party. Not quite the plot twist I’m looking for.
It’s perplexing, really. ‘The Northwest Years’ has everything young people should want in a show: history, sacrifice, loyalty—why would they prefer an American show with teenage rebels fighting imaginary creatures? Clearly, our youth need more guidance if they’d rather spend their time following something called a ‘Demogorgon’ than our country’s glorious past. Maybe a few more viewing sessions at the office will help them see the light.
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