This is a problem not just with television but the movies too. Watch one of the old classic films on Turner Classic Movies or one of those types of channels and then watch a movie today. There is no storytelling in today's productions. As far as television goes, all one has to do is look at the major network's lineups. You basically get to choose between a bunch of singing and dancing contests, other types of reality shows (with Survivor still easily the best of the lot), and CSI oriented shows. Where is the creativity?