Deadwood
western
drama
179
Masterclass
Measurably increases domain knowledge or cognitive capacity
Score Breakdown
Cognitive Stimulation/50
43
Educational Value/50
48
Craft & Quality/50
43
Cinematic Score/50
42
IQ = round((Cognitive × 0.4 + Educational × 0.35 + Craft × 0.25) × 4)
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The TVI Take
A town of thieves, gamblers, and gunfighters form a tenuous civilization. Educational about the frontier and language.
Cognitive engagement from the Shakespearean dialogue and the political maneuvering. Entertainment from the character work.
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