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Evil (2019)
If you don't understand the purpose of the daughters verbal chaos, then you don't get the theme of this series
This show is brilliantly written, that may seem to have disjoined plot lines, and ambiguous resolutions, to the casual observer. Sadly people have grown accustom to stories being wrapped up for them in a neat little bow, at some point along the way. Well viewers, it will not be so simple, I believe, with this series. And that's what makes it so good. It is layers upon layers, while at the same time giving you a different complete tale in each episode. Which is to say, one can watch almost any episode alone, and while not being clued into the full tapestry, enjoy that episode as a stand alone. This is the brilliant writing. As for those that are "turned off" by the daughters speaking over each other, it might be wise to observe how the characters around them, each respond to their chaotic chatter. I have a feeling that this upcoming fourth season will be the last. And I am very much looking forward to where this will lead.
Squid Game: The Challenge (2023)
Squid Game CANNOT be converted to a Reality Game Show
It is awful. I knew going in that it was a Survivor like reality show. The concept seemed horrible. I got past the first "Red Light Green Light" challenge, with it's over the top manufactured drama in the editing, but couldn't get beyond the the tote board, dialing back to the number of contestants left in the game, with their ridiculous over the top reactions, as if no one took a quick head count in the room, before hand. If you like those campy reality physical challenge shows, with the fake suspenseful editing, with later recorded voice overs, have at it. But this is just a shameful attempt at a name recognition cash grab on a Korean Drama series, that had a strong social political message. This is just crap in comparison.
Frasier: Moving In (2023)
I went in with lowered expections
The original Fraiser series had a great dynamic between the characters; a dynamic that I thought they would not be able to recapture, without David Hyde Pierce, and. John Mahoney. And I was right. However, This Fraiser series, while giving us hints of Martin in Frederick, and Niles in his son David, is able to capture something fresh, that we only got to explore in a hand full of episodes from the original series; Fraiser as a father. And with only the first two episodes, a good foundation is laid. And I think providing people don't come in to this show, expecting the same old Fraiser they remember, and are open to something new, I think this series can potentially earn its audience.
The Unforgettable Hampton Family (2011)
Unforgettable for sure.
I had the pleasure of knowing Dawn Hampton; which is to say I would sit and talk with her at many Swing Dance events, before mustering up the courage to ask her to dance. And I did so a few times. I called her "Sunshine", and she told me that she liked that name. Over the years of being in and around her, you would learn bits and pieces about her history; both from fellow dancers, as well as from her own lips, as she would touch on memories during conversation. But this documentary - having been years since I had been out swing dancing - I just learned existed today, as I was reflecting on Dawn's passing in September of this year - was a joy to see Dawn doing Dawn in front of a camera, just as I remembered her in life. As well as being able to put all the pieces of the Hampton family puzzle together, to see just how she fit into the broader picture. This short documentary, that I was able to find online for public streaming, was so well put together. It flowed seamlessly from family member to family member, with Dawn and her brother Slide, as well as their two sisters, offering a core commentary to the whole piece. I highly recommend the viewing of this chapter of American history, as seen through the eyes of the Hampton family of performers.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show: Let's Do the Time Warp Again (2016)
Why compare Punk to Pop?
The original Rocky Horror Picture Show, as it existed on a 1970's stage, and the original 1975 film, was Punk Rock. If you were to actually follow productions of it on through the years, you would know it changed and evolved, as it was "re-imagined" over and over again. And in truth this production of the musical is quite impressive, and very entertaining. Where as the original 1975 movie was avant-garde, and a liberation of sexuality; a "Punk Rock Opera", this is representative of the times we evolved to. An ethically diverse cast, with not just white faces playing the leads, And Rocky is no longer just a talented actor playing a "transvestite", but a talented trans-actor. The 1975 original movie has in no way been done any injustice; it is still there to be enjoyed in all its wonder and glory. Now there is a "Modern Pop" take on the same amazing creation Richard O'Brien brought into existence over 40 years ago... Stop attempting to compare Punk to Pop. Don't Dream it. Be it.