Why some people hate the new #1 anime

Summary

The video explores why some people dislike popular media, using 'Fruits Basket' as an example. It discusses factors like recency bias, saturation, and high expectations that can lead to negative reactions. The video also highlights the challenge of creating art that is both popular and resonates emotionally with audiences.

Takeaways

• 🔍 The script explores why people dislike popular media, using the anime 'Fruits Basket' as a case study.
• 🌐 The claim that 'Fruits Basket' is the number one anime is based on its ranking on MyAnimeList, which is subjective and complex.
• 🏆 'Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood' has been a long-standing top anime on MyAnimeList, but 'Fruits Basket' has now surpassed it.
• 🎬 Popularity and quality are key components for a show to maintain a top position in online community-based reviews.
• 🎥 'Fruits Basket' excels in various aspects like music, writing, world-building, directing, and animation, contributing to its popularity.
• 🕒 Recency bias plays a role in 'Fruits Basket's' popularity as it is a running series and thus fresh in viewers' minds.
• 🌐 Popularity requires approachability, which can limit the mainstream appeal of niche shows like 'Ping Pong: The Animation'.
• 🤔 Disliking popular media can be influenced by comparisons to underappreciated works, leading to frustration.
• 🌀 Overexposure and saturation can ruin even the best products, as seen with 'Hamilton' and 'Frozen'.
• 🎯 High expectations can negatively impact enjoyment, as people may feel disconnected if a popular piece doesn't resonate with them.
• 🎼 The script discusses the challenge of creating popular art that is also good, using the beer industry as an analogy to explain the balance between being popular and maintaining quality.

Q & A

What is the main topic discussed in the video?

The main topic discussed in the video is why some people dislike popular media, using the anime 'Fruits Basket' (referred to as 'Fan' in the transcript) as an example.

Why is 'Fruits Basket' considered the number one anime on MyAnimeList?

'Fruits Basket' is considered the number one anime on MyAnimeList due to its high ranking based on a specific criteria, despite the debate around the best anime being complex and subjective.

What are the two necessary components for a show to maintain a top position on online community-based reviews?

The two necessary components for a show to maintain a top position on online community-based reviews are popularity and quality.

Why is 'Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood' often compared to 'Fruits Basket' in the context of being the top anime?

'Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood' is often compared to 'Fruits Basket' because it has been a long-standing top anime on MyAnimeList, and 'Fruits Basket' has dethroned it, sparking discussions on what makes a show popular and critically acclaimed.

What is the role of recency bias in the popularity of 'Fruits Basket'?

Recency bias plays a significant role in 'Fruits Basket's popularity as it is a running series, fresh in viewers' minds, and has not had as many chances to make mistakes compared to completed series.

Why might people dislike a popular show like 'Fruits Basket'?

People might dislike a popular show like 'Fruits Basket' due to various reasons such as comparison with other less popular but personally favored shows, identity issues with the fan base, oversaturation, and unmet high expectations.

How does the video explain the concept of oversaturation in relation to popular media?

The video explains that oversaturation can ruin even the best products. Constant exposure, especially if forced, can lead to annoyance and dislike, as seen with examples like 'Hamilton' and 'Frozen'.

What is the impact of high expectations on the enjoyment of popular media?

High expectations can negatively impact the enjoyment of popular media. If the media does not meet these expectations, viewers may feel disappointed and disconnected, leading to a dislike for the media.

How does the video relate the beer industry to the popularity of media?

The video uses the beer industry as an example to illustrate how focusing on making a product popular can lead to it becoming bland and uninteresting, as the goal shifts from what makes the product good to how to prevent it from being bad.

What is the narrator's personal experience with 'Fruits Basket'?

The narrator initially did not like the pilot episode of 'Fruits Basket' and found the characters generic and cardboard-like. It was only after watching more episodes that they began to appreciate the show's depth and emotional resonance.

Why does the narrator believe that 'Fruits Basket' is both loved and hated?

The narrator believes that 'Fruits Basket' is both loved and hated because it is a show that is built around characters and their special moments, which can resonate deeply with some viewers but may not connect with others, especially if they do not feel an initial emotional connection.