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Wir sind die Welle (2019)
Good idea but bad writing
I really liked the idea of a series based on civil disobedience movements like extinction rebellion combined with current events in Germany (newly arising neo nazis, alt-right party, environmental protection).
But sadly the script is so bad that it hurts sometimes. Stereotypical characters, cheesy teenager scenes, cliches, inconsistencies and a really simple depiction of good and bad. I don't even think the actors are that bad like others pointed out. I believe they just didn't have much to work with.
It's okay to watch to see some nazis getting punched in the face but just don't expect too much.
The Break with Michelle Wolf (2018)
I desperately want to give this show a chance
Disclaimer: English is not my native language.
I really tried to like this show. I wasn't familiar with Wolfs work before her appearance on the White House Correspondence Dinner and I really liked what she did there. Though it wasn't a master piece, it was at least mostly funny and well written.
Overall I think the media coverage of this
appearance helped pushing The Break into the spotlight. For better and worse.
Unfortunately this means most of the reviews you find on this imdb-page tell nothing about the show. You got reviewers giving 1 star as an overreaction to her political views and users awarding 10 stars because they feel the need to defend the show by overly praising it.
I understand if people don't like Wolfs voice but I see it as a part of her character. After watching an episode I feel like there were 3-4 Jokes which they stretched out over 30 minutes. At first they're kind of funny but after repeating them 3 times I just feel like the show treats me like a kindergartner who didn't get the joke the first two times.
DJ Jer-Z looks like he already regrets being part of this show and so far I don't really understand what his purpose is. Talk shows need a musical side kick I guess.
When the audience cheers I can almost see the flashing "Applause" sign.
In conclusion: The concept of the show isn't special and it might get better over time but right now it's really just average.