""I think we're in a place where we're trying to make marriage seem more like a positive choice, rather than an obvious obligation. It's a fascinating fiction that those who get married subscribe to, hoping that the fiction becomes true.""
""The new season of 'Beef' centers on two couples locked in a feud that gradually exposes the cracks in each relationship, reflecting the dissatisfaction with matrimony in contemporary culture.""
In 2019, marriage rates in the United States reached their lowest level in 140 years and have not recovered. Recent cultural works, such as the Netflix show 'Beef' and the A24 film 'The Drama,' illustrate growing discontent with traditional marriage. These narratives reveal the complexities of relationships and the rise of alternative arrangements like polyamory. Lindy West's memoir 'Adult Braces' has also contributed to discussions about modern love. The perception of marriage is evolving, with a focus on making it a positive choice rather than an obligation.
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