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CharleySandiego
Reviews
Tribunal Justice (2023)
Adam Levy needs to go
I have been enjoying the show reasonably well. I actually like that there are three judges to help balance out judgements and offer different perspectives. I find Judge Di Mango and Judge Acker both qualified and respectable. I really like them both and they seem just and fair. At times they do cut plaintiffs and defendants off, but overall they are reasonable.
Judge Levy, on the other hand, behaves like a petulant child. On at least two occasions so far in my viewing he has been blatantly off course, from a lay person and legal perspective. The first time I noted this was the apartment fire episode where he repeatedly attacked the landlord. He argued the fire was not caused by the tenant, ignoring and even arguing with the context of the report, which noted gas cans and multiple fuel sources. The second instance I can recall is also with a landlord. He would only consider the date on a letter sent 2 months after the check was issued while seemingly ignoring the context and content again. Maybe he has an issue with landlords. He yells and throws temper tantrums and does not admit fault even when the other two judges offer explanations to why he is wrong. I suppose this is nepotism at it's finest because I can't imagine a qualified judge behaving in such a manner. Maybe he can take a cue from his fellow bench-mates and develop some logic.
Abbott Elementary (2021)
Perfection
This show is so witty and funny. I love the fresh twist on the monumentary genre. Honestly I think it's on par with the hilarity of Parks & Rec and the Office. I was hooked right from the first episode. Can't wait for the next season! We need more shows like this, especially with all the heaviness of the real world lately. There's social commentary for sure, mostly about the (US) public school system, but it makes it's points while still keeping it light. Everyone is so well cast, including the kids. Loving all the character developments, no one is perfect or completely unlikable (not even principal Ava) and all contribute to the comedy. Janitor Johnson is my favorite, always delivering a subtle laugh for me in his little moments. I look forward to seeing where Quinta Brunson takes her work of art next!