Orange Is The New Black Conveys A Strong And Impactful Message For Social Biasness
Orange Is the New Black, a story by Jenji Kohan who is also known for creating the superhit classic series named as “Weeds”, is not just a typical prison drama. Kohan, along with a talented roster of directors and team including Andrew McCarthy who gave us the masterpiece “The Duff” and Michael Trim known for his series called “House of Cards”, altogether crafts a world that’s both bleak and strangely beautiful, filled with dark humour and complex characters. The characters hold this unique complexity to keep the audience figure out their mode of reactions to the tracks of the storyline and lead themselves to the conclusion.
The story unfolds through Piper Chapman, a privileged woman who was sentenced to fifteen months for an old crime. The role of Piper is played by Taylor Schilling and she beautifully navigates the harsh realities of Litchfield Penitentiary, a microcosm of society overflowing with diverse characters. Each inmate, from the intimidating Pennsatucky (Taryn Manning) to the wise and soulful Sophia (Laverne Cox), carries their own burdens and stories which takes the track to the main plot.
What truly makes Orange Is the New Black worth watching is its shocking portrayal of the prison system. The show covers and effectively conveys a message regarding current issues of race, class, sexuality, and corruption with a raw honesty that can be uncomfortable at times for people who are suffering, but undeniably important as well. The series also delves into the inmates’ backstories through flashbacks, allowing viewers to understand the circumstances that led them to prison and changed their lives.
While later seasons received mixed reviews from the audience as at some points it lost the grip ok keeping audience interested, Orange Is the New Black’s early run remains a landmark in entertainment. It came into the sensation with its diverse cast and its willingness to confront uncomfortable truths behind the society biasness. Kohan’s sharp writing and the directors’ masterful storytelling create an unforgettable experience, making Orange Is the New Black a must-watch for those seeking a drama that’s both entertaining and thought-provoking as well.