The irresistible pull of the real time hourly format

With every episode, the real-time "every episode is an hour" format becomes more powerful. It's like a narrative rolling tumbleweed.

With 24, where the circumstances were ridiculous, the effect was entertaining but superficial. In the Pitt, the realistic and intense setting pushes you into the "now" of the show more with each episode. I find myself doing a double take when the credits roll because it feels like the flow of real time is interrupted.

Just wanted to acknowledge the subtle and brilliant execution of the real time device.

Thank you for reading.