The end of The Walking Dead felt inevitable by the time the series was wrapping up. The once popular series had run out of gas, and long seasons of television, split into several parts, were leaving audiences exhausted. The phenomenon had seemingly puttered out. Yet with so much talent associated with The Walking Dead, potential … Continue reading Tribeca 2023: ‘The Walking Dead: Dead City’ Lets Morgan and Cohan Cook
The Idol – Episode 1 – “Pop Tarts & Rat Tales” Recap
The controversial Sam Levinson and Abel Tesfaye, a.k.a. “The Weeknd,” feel like a match made in heaven. They both love Hollywood glitz. They often explore the darker sides of sex and pleasure. Neither hits 100% with their target audiences. You would argue they often alienate their fans. Yet at the same time, both find ways … Continue reading The Idol – Episode 1 – “Pop Tarts & Rat Tales” Recap
‘Ted Lasso’ – Season Finale – “So Long, Farewell” Recap
The team behind Ted Lasso has played the finale of season 3 close to the chest. Is this the end of the series? Or simply a moment to change the trajectory of the show? Jason Sudeikis proves his value once again, but the show draws on its expansive ensemble. Everyone has moments to shine, but … Continue reading ‘Ted Lasso’ – Season Finale – “So Long, Farewell” Recap
‘Succession’ – Series Finale – Season 4, Episode 10 – “With Open Eyes” Recap
Directed by Mark Mylod and written by Jesse Armstrong, Succession comes to an end. The pieces are in place for a few last big moves, but leave it to Armstrong to pull off some last-minute changes. The Succession finale, titled "With Open Eyes," completes the two-week window from the start of the season. Emotions run … Continue reading ‘Succession’ – Series Finale – Season 4, Episode 10 – “With Open Eyes” Recap
TV Review: ‘Succession’ Leaves on the Highest of Notes
Saying goodbye to a television series is never easy. Succession made that harder than most shows. The family drama became appointment television after an incredible end to its first season. While many started out cold on the series, it quickly became apparent that Jesse Armstrong had big plans. In its final season, Succession leaves an … Continue reading TV Review: ‘Succession’ Leaves on the Highest of Notes
TV Review: ‘MerPeople’ Documents an Inclusive, Yet Niche Community
While most audiences are excited for the release of fantasy The Little Mermaid this weekend, Netflix had another plan. Their new reality series MerPeople seeks to understand a unique community emerging on social media. The idea of “mermaiding” has caught on in a big way on TikTok and Instagram. Those participating in the subculture create … Continue reading TV Review: ‘MerPeople’ Documents an Inclusive, Yet Niche Community
TV Review: ‘Primo’ – The Feel-Good Comedy of 2023 From Shea Serrano and Mike Schur
Few writers showcase their excellence as a storyteller quite like Shea Serrano. The author has become a mogul, breaking into the mainstream after writing at Grantland and The Ringer. Before that, he built an army of followers with his passion-infused books on rap, basketball, and movies. Serrano uses his following to help those in need. … Continue reading TV Review: ‘Primo’ – The Feel-Good Comedy of 2023 From Shea Serrano and Mike Schur
TV Review: ‘FUBAR’ Entertains with Arnold Schwarzenegger But Struggles with Tone
The career of Arnold Schwarzenegger continues to defy logic. The body-builder-turned-actor-turned-politician truly embodies mogul status. Schwarzenegger dominated the action genre in the 1980s and 1990s, and his cultural impact remains to this day. However, his post-gubernatorial career has not generated many hits. FUBAR looks to reinvigorate his career as he jumps to TV. While the … Continue reading TV Review: ‘FUBAR’ Entertains with Arnold Schwarzenegger But Struggles with Tone
TV Review: ‘How to Create a Sex Scandal’ Relies on Shock Over Substance
True crime can occasionally lean into salacious details over the stronger substance available. In the case of How to Create a Sex Scandal, one of the first official shows in the Max era, the material appears focused on generating as much shock value as possible. The intent of the documentary appears to place blame on … Continue reading TV Review: ‘How to Create a Sex Scandal’ Relies on Shock Over Substance
‘Succession’ – Season 4, Episode 9 – “Church and State” Recap
The penultimate episode of Succession finally addresses the funeral of Logan Roy. The family splintered once again on Election Night. With Roman Roy (Kieran Culkin) feeling himself, he takes to the stage to eulogize their father. Can he keep his emotions in check? We know the sparks will fly as the family deals with its … Continue reading ‘Succession’ – Season 4, Episode 9 – “Church and State” Recap