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A historical drama can’t also be a critique?
It can be, but I think it’s safe to say that Downton isn’t out to critique Edwardian culture, just depict it for entertainment purposes. But since our respective interpretations of the scene in question and Mary’s agency therein are pretty much diametrically opposed, there’s no point in discussing it further.
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No, you’re right,...nice thing about Downton...that it works...
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I understand not wanting to drag it out if we’re not going to agree. I do want to say one more thing just because I...
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