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The examples abound, but the most recent isSundays episode ofMr.

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People talk to each other, but its all emoji-ridden text communication.

The most human moment, across the entire episode, is a simple touching of hands.

On these granular levels,Mr.

ButBuffy the Vampire Slayerstands out as one of the first times when it was a really big deal.

And that would mean that I couldnt fall back on tricks.

One of the 21st centurys most striking pieces of animation remains theBoJack Horsemanseason-three episode Fish Out of Water.

Robotwithout Elliots internal dialogue these are challenges to conquer, for sure.

But for those who hunger for daring television, these feats are exactly what we crave.