Point 2 I feel is more of an issue with writing in general and specific tv shows; the fewer speaking roles the cheaper you can make the show therefore in a capitalist system shows are incentives to reduce problem solvers to the minimum number.
I feel is a product of the time unfortunately, while racism was a theme Gene (and American society as a whole) felt could be addressed I think our society is only just now capable of broaching to topic of the male gaze
1 & 4 though are very solid points, I’ll have to give TOS and TNG a rewatch and think about it.
Point 2 I feel is more of an issue with writing in general and specific tv shows; the fewer speaking roles the cheaper you can make the show therefore in a capitalist system shows are incentives to reduce problem solvers to the minimum number.
1 & 4 though are very solid points, I’ll have to give TOS and TNG a rewatch and think about it.