The Knick

Audience emotional responses for 'The Knick' are dominated by a profound sense of Sadness and Empathy, stemming from the characters' relentless personal struggles, drug addiction, and the often-tragic outcomes of early 20th-century medicine. Melancholy pervades due to the show's somber historical setting and the immense pressure faced by the hospital staff. Anxiety and Disturbing elements are prominent, driven by the high-stakes, often graphic surgical procedures and the harsh realities of the era, including racial tensions and societal prejudices which also evoke significant Anger and Disgust. Despite the grimness, there are underlying currents of Awe and Curiosity for the groundbreaking, albeit primitive, medical advancements, and a degree of Inspiration from the dedication of those striving to save lives against overwhelming odds.