Observation: in recent history of animated shows for adults, most shameless character has turned into star even if it didn’t start out that way. Homer in the Simpsons (Bart was initial focus), Cartman in South Park (Stan was initial viewpoint character), Rick in R&M (by design)
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In recent history? Sherlock Holmes, Don Juan, Ulysses, Raskolnikov, etc. Morally ambiguous characters always draw interest.
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We get to live vicariously through the characters who say and do what we secretly wish we could
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Also maybe related: shamelessness is the pinnacle signal of wealth and independence. It’s the fuck in fuck your money.






