Most notably, the young audience the series targets are able to relate to the show on a more intimate level compared to just any ordinary show. Within the show comes the use of high school stereotypes; including a wide range from the jock to the bully all the way to ominous stalker. The portrayal of these “typical” characters is crucial to the shows overwhelming success as many of the show’s audience is able to relate to them; and connect them to real life situations they may have already come across. In addition, the show changes relevant issues that high schooler students and young adults face within their communities. 13 reasons why revolves itself around a young high school student (Hannah) who commits suicide due to “13 reasons” that lead to pushing herself to do such an act. Being the center of controversy, the show’s representation of Hannah’s suicide is centered around such a prevalent issue that a ban would only cover up, not solve. As a whole the show provides entertainment while leaving a truly meaningful message of the many of the harsh realities of teen suicide on the …show more content…
Firstly, the 13 reasons why has a whole music album containing 13 emotional songs that enhance the way the show plays out. Most notable of the 13 songs is Love will Tear us Apart by Joy Division. The way that the lyrics of the song stir up the kind of buried sentiment and longing that’s weighing on main character (Clay), creating an empathy that pulls a person into his cloud of mourning. In the song, the lyrics “Then love, love will tear us apart again Love, love will tear us apart again” is a true masterpiece to incorporate into the show; as it demonstrates how the events seen in the show all reflect how Clay’s love for Hannah lead to him going crazy. The music in 13 reasons why is perfectly paired with the plot making it exponential more moving. In addition to music, 13 reasons why also artfully casted in order to promote a more realistic environment for the show, We worked together when we had just gotten our drivers' licenses," Hannah recalled. "Four years later, I saw his name on the 13 Reasons Why call sheet, and it was like, oh my goodness, what are the odds? It was great to have a reunion when I signed on."(Orenstein). This is essential in the creation of the show because the main characters Clay Jensen (Dylan Minnette ) and Hannah Baker (Katherine Langford) already knew each other and had a personal relationship prior to filming the show. As a result