Take away the crown, the throne, the jewels and the lavish palace - what do you get?
At least, that’s what film and television usually say, as theyoften stray from the classic fairytales.
From controlling parents to bickering siblings, their drama produces highly compelling narratives that are both dynamic and relatable.
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But where Queen Lillian quickly overcame her initial reservations, King Harold did not waver in his disapproval.
In return, her children retaliated by exclaiming their struggles and resentment towards her apparent cruelty.
That said, when reviewing their story,the dysfunction seems to be a product of unfortunate circumstances.
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Charlotte’s duty as King George’s wife took precedence above anything else.
Her life was devoted to securing his legacy and ensuring his struggles were never in vain.
In doing so, she may have prevented herself from being the adoring mother she could’ve been.
Nevertheless, Charlotte does seem to try in her own way.
Perhaps the new seasons ofBridgertonwill explore this complex family once more.
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The gold-hearted heroes and the wickedly evil villains share blood, love, and endless amounts of betrayal.
’s first-ever scripted program; after all, the web connection is known for highlighting dysfunctional families.
It’s filled with complicated resentment and backstabbing, yet ultimate respect.
It’s just unfortunate that Odin never really witnessed much of it.
And there’s no denying thatSuccessionintroduced audiences to one ofthe most emotionally taxing familiesever to be seen on screen.
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It’s tragic to see how their traumas manifested into different responses.
Zuko at least had his Uncle Iroh to show him how familial love can be warm and everlasting.
Hopefully, the live-action Netflix adaptation does this complex relationship justice.
As if this family couldn’t get any messier.
Often, there is always sibling rivalry, deep betrayal, and even some incestuous loving.
To think some things could have been avoided if people stopped naming every son Aegon.
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