Netflix Reportedly Dumbing Down Writing for Phone Viewers

Seriously, if this is true, it’s frustrating. There's a theory circulating that the awkward, flavorless dialogue in Stranger Things 5 (and possibly other Netflix originals) is because the streaming service is reportedly telling writers to "dumb down" scripts!
The goal? To make sure viewers can still follow the plot even if they are distracted or scrolling through their phones. While I understand catering to different viewing habits, forcing simple, repeated plot points into dialogue just kills the writing quality and immersion. It’s a huge shame if a beloved final season like Stranger Things is suffering because of this mandate. Let's hope this trend reverses! 😔