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The Sopranos used this masterfully. Tony Soprano’s entire psychological crisis stems from his mother’s collusion in having him killed. The reveal of Livia’s betrayal shatters Tony’s understanding of maternal love. Similarly, in Little Fires Everywhere , the adoption secrets and biological origins unravel the entire suburban ecosystem.
The best family sagas do not offer solutions; they offer recognition. They let us look at the Roys, the Gallaghers, or the Westons and whisper, "Thank God we’re not that bad," while secretly praying, "Please don’t let us become that bad."