
In August 1994, the American television scene was revolutionized with the debut of ‘My So-Called Life’ on ABC. This series offered an unprecedented portrayal of adolescence, set in suburban Pittsburgh and featuring Claire Danes as Angela Chase, a 15-year-old sophomore with a grunge aesthetic, sporting flannel clothes and hair dyed a vibrant red from Manic Panic. What made the series stand out wasn’t just Angela’s alternative style; it was her unique narrative perspective. Through voice-over narration, Angela spoke directly to the audience, revealing her deepest thoughts—sometimes profound, sometimes trivial but always sincere, capturing the authentic turbulence of teenage life.