Finding the perfect TV show

My husband Dan and I began watching The White Lotus two nights ago after hearing great things about the show from many different sources, and we just cannot get into it. We were underwhelmed after watching the first episode and decided to muscle through the second, sure that the plot and character development would pick up, since the series had received such critical acclaim and ringing endorsements from people we like. The verdict? We’re still unenthused.

Why is it so hard to find great TV? And by great TV, I do not mean beautifully written and well-executed television, because I actually think there is plenty of that, but TV that is enjoyable and engaging, that makes me want to keep watching?

I don’t say this to be holier-than-thou. I would love to find more TV that I like, but much of what is produced now is so heavy and dark, I cannot muster the energy to watch it. I dwell enough on the problems of our world in my daily life, and I want an escape when I switch on the television. I d…