It’s a new TV season, and while we’ll have more to say on that subject later, for now, here’s a long but endlessly fascinating essay on the opening credit sequence for the first four seasons of HBO’s THE WIRE — easily the best show on television right now. And check the comments for responses from creator David Simon and producer Karen Thorson!
(And shhhh! I haven’t had a chance to watch yet this season — all on TiVo right now — so try not to spoil too much for me!)