True Detective Season 4 Sparks Controversy and Mixed Reactions

Despite criticism from series creator Nic Pizzolatto, the latest season sees increased viewership and higher critical acclaim.

True Detective: Night Country, the fourth season of the HBO series, has sparked controversy and mixed reactions.
The season, not written by series creator Nic Pizzolatto, has been criticized for its quality and connection to the first season.
Despite criticism, the season has seen increasing viewership and holds a higher critical rating on Rotten Tomatoes than the first season.
Issa López, the showrunner for season four, has responded to criticism by emphasizing her respect for the original work and inviting viewers to join in the new direction.
The season features Jodie Foster and Kali Reis as detectives investigating a mysterious case in Alaska, with supernatural elements hinted at.