Movies and TV rarely use their settings as more than a backdrop. The common cliché is “New York/Los Angeles/etc. is the main character” of a particular story, but it’s true. Cities and locations can reveal more about the story than just being set there for tax credits. 

I got inspired by The Bear S1E7 introductory credits because it nails the spirit of the show, Chicago, and its characters in a way that most other shows and movies do not. (I’ve also always wanted the job of picking songs for movie trailers.)