The inexplicable draw of bad things for bad times Likes: Kristen Chenowith gets to be outrageous as the thirstiest aunt ever. The visual gag of Alex Moffat blowing up Thanksgiving decorations with a bike pump is good. That’s about it. Dislikes: Writing, pacing, theme, it’s all horrible. Why does this movie look like it hadContinue reading “The World is Burning and I can’t stop watching The Holidate”
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Take the Midnight Train to Infinity
A consistently good cartoon with deep themes delivers another excellent season. Infinity Train (Season Three) Likes: This show consistently tackles issues of trauma and intrinsic damage with thoughtfulness and empathy while still having time for humor. Excellent voice actors and a captivating soundtrack is an added plus. I cried several times watching. Dislikes: I likeContinue reading “Take the Midnight Train to Infinity”
Searching for an Innocent Party
This show has always balanced humor and darkness. Season Three tends toward the latter. Search Party (Season Three) Likes: This season continues to walk the incredibly subtle line between comedy and dark drama. Search Party has a tone unlike any other show. Dislikes: I still can’t tell if the show thinks any character is redeemableContinue reading “Searching for an Innocent Party”
One Small Step For Netflix
Not exactly humorous, the heart Space Force shows is nice. Space Force (Season One) Likes: A matter-of-factly inclusive and positively oriented message about humanity and the benefits of working together is nice for this current messy time. Dislikes: All of the premises are theoretically funny, but they don’t deliver on screen. Also, random, but theContinue reading “One Small Step For Netflix”
The Fascinating and Frustrating Happy Madison multiverse
At least this means Lauren Lapkus got paid. Likes: Lauren Lapkus is giving it her all in every scene and brings a chaotic energy which could be great in a different movie. Dislikes: I’ve heard David Spade is a nice guy. That doesn’t mean he couldn’t have helmed an absolute abysmal excuse of a comedyContinue reading “The Fascinating and Frustrating Happy Madison multiverse”
Putting the “Special” in Comedy Special
Long-form improv done well can feel like circus acrobats performing. Middleditch and Schwartz Likes: Both actors are willing to accelerate and escalate situations to hilarious effect. Long Form improv at its prime and finest. Dislikes: Only two people on stage? Why not get some other guys up there? Bottom Line: If you think you don’tContinue reading “Putting the “Special” in Comedy Special”
Robbie Fouls Out
My innate admiration of the actors doesn’t outweigh the show’s overall unevenness. Robbie (Season 1) Likes: Mary Holland’s performance helps every scene she is in. And I know the other people involved are capable of good comedy. Dislikes: This story about a doofy slacker doesn’t have enough to differentiate it from all those other ones.Continue reading “Robbie Fouls Out”
A Whole Sack of Fun
Man, they talk about death a whole lot in this Children’s-ish special don’t they? John Mulaney and the Sack Lunch Bunch Likes: Both humorous and profound, it never goes for the obvious joke. Also JAKE GYLLENHALL! Dislikes: Some bits drag on too long. Bottom Line: If Mulaney makes another one, I’ll watch it, and ifContinue reading “A Whole Sack of Fun”
A Marriage of Drama and Humor
The complex feelings that come with ending a relationship are raw but funny. Marriage Story Likes: Equal parts emotionally devastation and witty humor. Dislikes: Is it biased toward Charlie? I don’t know, but it kept hounding me throughout. Bottom Line: If you’ve ever had to end a relationship with someone, then you’ll find something familiarContinue reading “A Marriage of Drama and Humor”
Whodunnit Whoysteria
Rian Johnson delivers another thematically splendid genre movie. Likes: Tightly wound with everything running like clockwork AND a mystery that you could solve on your own. Dislikes: Umm, can I put nothing here? Bottom Line: Even if detective stories aren’t your thing typically, you’ll still enjoy this. 5 out of 5. ◆◆◆◆◆ By Jacob SchermerhornContinue reading “Whodunnit Whoysteria”
Real Human Bing Movie Thoughts 