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The Diplomat (2023)
Familiar themes, storylines, and characters shown in a fresh way.
I'm halfway through the first season, and I continue to enjoy it more and more. The title of this review sums it up: while the premise isn't earth shatteringly ground-breaking, the more I watch this show the less it reminds me of anything else I've seen. The characters are well-developed and dimensioned, and the relationships between them is complex and feels realistic. The writers play chicken with cliques. Lots of twist and turns which while unexpected, are believable. They serve purpose and are not deployed for mere shock value. The performances are nimble and nuanced and frequently result in sharp humor. The pacing and cinematography match the excellence of the writing.
Dark Side of the '90s (2021)
Top Drawer
This is a fine series. Plenty of detail and lots of interviews with people who were there and know what they're talking about. Too few documentary series take the time to develop their information this way.
The Premise (2021)
Two episodes demonstrate this show has a wide dynamic range.
I found the premise of the first episode very silly, but I enjoyed it anyway. The second episode had an entirely different feel altogether, and was quite haunting. I can't wait to see what lie ahead.
Younger (2015)
I'm nearing the end of Season 5...
...and I am really enjoying this show. The humor is smart, the plot is at once convincing and unpredictable. And the primary characters are extremely likable. I look forward to the twenty-five or so episodes I haven't seen yet.
Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny (2006)
Laugh Riot-- if you don't mind off-color humor.
This movie exceeded my expectations. And I was expecting to be blown away.
In short, it's side-spitting and outrageous.
Fans of Tenacious D will enjoy this prequel to the HBO series. The movie is well-stocked with usual brand of D humor, but there are many surprising additional touches as well.
Director and co-writer Liam Lynch has a keen sense of The D's appeal.
Jack Black fans will enjoy seeing him add a new dimension to his persona. The overly confident JB that we've grown to love is there, but Black convincingly works in moments of vulnerability along the way.
Kyle Gass displays great acting skills as well-- his performances in the campy film contain shrewd timing and deftness. Like Black, he brings moments of understatement to a film which is designed to be over-the-top.