In some ways, this mini series is a good commentary on class, capitalism, patriarchy, family, journalism, and race. I also enjoyed the spotlight it cast on how difficult it is for families and friends to visit their loved ones in jail (versus prison), when they haven't even been convicted of anything yet.
While the plot summary centers on Chlumsky's journalist as the main character, Garner very decisively steals the show, just the way Delvey would want it. The story of a fashion-obsessed sociopath conning New York aristocrats doesn't exactly appeal to my interests, I often found myself disliking multiple opposing sides (which I believe was intended), the show played with the net a little loose some times (like with legal matters), it felt like it dragged on a little long, and the ending was pretty anticlimactic. However, it's chock-full of memes, outrageous moments, and dark comedy, it's entertaining (until Delvey becomes too much, but then you can just take a break and come back after your annoyed meter has reset), and it's based on true events that are interesting enough for you to want to be aware of (I plan to research them a bit sometime soon, out of curiosity).
In sum, this is dressed-up good trashy tabloid gossipy fun. My wife and I have been talking to each other in Delvey's "creepy accent" all week and calling each other "basic" and "broke-ass." Delvey has broken into pop culture.
While the plot summary centers on Chlumsky's journalist as the main character, Garner very decisively steals the show, just the way Delvey would want it. The story of a fashion-obsessed sociopath conning New York aristocrats doesn't exactly appeal to my interests, I often found myself disliking multiple opposing sides (which I believe was intended), the show played with the net a little loose some times (like with legal matters), it felt like it dragged on a little long, and the ending was pretty anticlimactic. However, it's chock-full of memes, outrageous moments, and dark comedy, it's entertaining (until Delvey becomes too much, but then you can just take a break and come back after your annoyed meter has reset), and it's based on true events that are interesting enough for you to want to be aware of (I plan to research them a bit sometime soon, out of curiosity).
In sum, this is dressed-up good trashy tabloid gossipy fun. My wife and I have been talking to each other in Delvey's "creepy accent" all week and calling each other "basic" and "broke-ass." Delvey has broken into pop culture.