The most compelling family dramas aren’t just about squabbles; they are driven by the specific roles and power imbalances within the "pack".
In many storylines, particularly in network television, the status quo must be maintained. The family fights at the top of the hour and hugs it out by the end credits. But in the era of prestige television ( The Sopranos , Mad Men , The Bear ), we have moved toward a darker realism: sometimes, the healthiest thing you can do is walk away. real incest forum