Overview

• Vince Gilligan, creator of 'Breaking Bad,' expressed concerns about the glamorization of villains during his acceptance speech at the Writers Guild Awards.
• Gilligan highlighted how iconic fictional villains like Walter White, Darth Vader, and Tony Soprano have become aspirational figures rather than cautionary tales.
• He urged Hollywood writers to create more stories featuring 'good guys' who embody kindness, tolerance, and sacrifice to inspire audiences.
• Gilligan revealed that his upcoming Apple TV+ series, starring Rhea Seehorn, will feature a protagonist who is a positive and heroic character.
• The speech also reflected Gilligan's broader concerns about the prevalence of 'real-life bad guys' in today's world and the role of storytelling in shaping societal values.