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Many viewers are dismayed by the lack of recognition for Better Call Saul, which served as a prequel to Breaking Bad - offering an intriguing perspective on a central character, and those who became more prominent figures in the Breaking Bad series, especially Jimmy McGill (who took on his alias: Saul Goodman) who appeared to be caught in a complex world of moral ambiguities and decisions - especially those involving criminal activities. This show won an incredible Better Call Saul Emmy nominations and it's a highly acclaimed series - though the awards appear to be the only place it has failed to win - in contrast to other series that appear to receive high praise. While fans have watched six seasons of the show, this is one production that was often ignored - a disappointment.
Even with the series earning a high level of recognition, specifically from Rotten Tomatoes, Better Call Saul failed to achieve an award from the Emmy Awards. In contrast, the HBO show - The Idol, a show which received harsh The Idol controversy surrounding the production - has received one for Outstanding Choreography for Scripted Programming. It’s been recognized for having strong, energetic scenes that include dance and showcasing an incredible production. However, there's a stark difference between the two series and their impact. The reception for the Emmy Awards show and what those who view it consider a "good show," appears to have taken on an entirely new meaning and, perhaps, is also giving the show more recognition for being daring. In many ways, The Idol's win shows that there is still debate - for fans of those who were hoping Better Call Saul would win, especially after a multitude of nominations.
The Idol was heavily criticized as the show took a new and different take, which drew criticism about how the show has taken shape - as some viewers feel it may be a "sexually-driven" drama.
It seems as if many, especially those watching The Idol season 1 were quick to compare The Idol show to other HBO releases that are more complex and offer a lot more in terms of storytelling (the latest iteration was one of the shows that attracted controversy as viewers focused on the story's depiction and themes) in comparison to other shows like Better Call Saul Breaking Bad.
The reception for The Idol was, at the least, not a success for critics, as they dismissed the show - in contrast to those who appear to be excited about how the Emmy Awards continue to showcase its relevance within the entertainment industry. This has only increased questions about how The Idol came to win, but also how some productions - that have been both critically-panned (as this show is now often recognized, especially with the low rating on Rotten Tomatoes).
The Idol has not gotten favorable reviews. The Rotten Tomatoes scores appear to show how the critics have failed to appreciate the show, however, its Emmy Awards win demonstrates a clear shift in how critics and audiences often view content, including the ability of a show to cause controversy and receive attention - in contrast to Better Call Saul - a series that appears to be a critical and popular success with audiences.
The story around The Idol took on new ground for viewers. While this might be seen as a negative or, in some cases, controversial element of the show's narrative.
Even with a low Rotten Tomatoes rating - which reflects just how much audiences disliked the production - this HBO series, was recognized for Outstanding Choreography for Scripted Programming during the Emmy Awards - demonstrating how The Idol made a splash in its debut. However, it did face intense backlash - which also led to questions from fans as to why this series received so much recognition (it appeared to be more of a controversial and provocative series of episodes, one that often used those types of themes to garner attention and drive its storytelling - rather than using traditional approaches - especially if we compare the HBO production with a series that appears to be more mainstream in terms of its content such as Better Call Saul.) This series is often criticized and also noted for the lack of its narrative being strong, a crucial element for those who view it to gain an appreciation. In its own unique fashion it has attracted both fans and critics who often wonder about its reception.
Better Call Saul is considered a high quality series, especially since it was a prequel to a major production - Breaking Bad - its narrative is driven by a story of morality as we discover the key players in the story of drug trade. A world that seems to take a dark twist - specifically since it follows those characters from their earliest years as the story evolves across six seasons of the show - one that is a huge testament to those involved in making it, the series has been critically acclaimed, it also has received an incredible amount of praise from audiences.
While there has been widespread acknowledgement for its quality as well as its production - specifically its actors - the series has also earned many Better Call Saul Emmy nominations over six seasons. Despite receiving nominations and recognition it has never actually received any Better Call Saul Emmy wins. This has also created a huge discussion about just how those awards work. One might be led to consider, perhaps, that a series that has been praised by so many - and in addition to being critically acclaimed - might also have the potential to receive at least one award during the Emmy Award ceremony. However, its performance on Rotten Tomatoes, in addition to its ratings from viewers, does showcase that Better Call Saul is an exceptionally high-quality show that has served as a landmark in television.