People of Earth: Season 2, Episode 1 “New Beginnings” (B+)
I really, really like this show, and I’m so glad that it’s back. Season one was terrific, and now it’s looking like this year is going to get even better. The addition of Nasim Pedrad, already one of the best parts of “New Girl” in a major recurring role, as a disgraced FBI agent sent to Beacon for a crappy assignment that she’s determined to resolve and close quickly, is superb. We also got to see Kevin Hanchard, best known as Art from “Orphan Black,” in a minor role that may or may not become more significant over the course of the season. What’s great, and clear, about what’s going on now is that we know where everyone stands. Jeff couldn’t be more thrilled to be working with a flying box that has similar aims to what he wants to do, and I enjoyed the box’s interactions with a thrilled Gerry. Don was doing a great job keeping up the charade with Kelly, even picking out a fake mom in Iceland, but when the jig was up, it all imploded, leaving her very angry and him back on the ship and likely in trouble due to his philandering. Ozzie’s getting the group back together, which is great, and I enjoyed all the reintroductions to the characters in this episode. Things may be different, like Richard blood-testing everyone and touching their faces to make sure they’re not reptiles, but I think have no doubt that this is going to be a blast.
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Tuesday, January 21, 2014
What I’m Watching: Parks and Recreation
Parks and Recreation: Season 6, Episode 11 “New Beginnings” (B+)
It could be argued that this show is very cyclical, in that its characters are easily able to reclaim their jobs after having to vacate them for an undefined amount of time. Yet this show manages to make the most of the second time around, enabling them to transform and not stay static. It makes sense that no one would be able to top Leslie in her job, and therefore Ron would be happy to offer it back to her at whatever point she asked. Making a big stink about the dog lookalikes was a typical move, and telling Tom that she knew best before ultimately sabotaging her own presentation to let him shine was a nice moment of growth for her. Ben getting pranked by Donna, April, and Andy was quite hilarious, as was the disturbing extent of the prank he had prepared for them. The fact that April respected him because of the fake blood was terrific. Ann and Chris' extended trip to the jewelry state was the least effective plotline of the episode, mainly because it's clear that they're leaving soon and might be better to have them interact with other characters before they leave. Whether they get married or not is immaterial, as this episode proves, because their relationship with each other is strong enough basely solely on their semi-similar quirks, which have been more than established. However much they’ve happened in the past, Ron’s moments of realization that his life is not as off the grid as he would like are always entertaining.
It could be argued that this show is very cyclical, in that its characters are easily able to reclaim their jobs after having to vacate them for an undefined amount of time. Yet this show manages to make the most of the second time around, enabling them to transform and not stay static. It makes sense that no one would be able to top Leslie in her job, and therefore Ron would be happy to offer it back to her at whatever point she asked. Making a big stink about the dog lookalikes was a typical move, and telling Tom that she knew best before ultimately sabotaging her own presentation to let him shine was a nice moment of growth for her. Ben getting pranked by Donna, April, and Andy was quite hilarious, as was the disturbing extent of the prank he had prepared for them. The fact that April respected him because of the fake blood was terrific. Ann and Chris' extended trip to the jewelry state was the least effective plotline of the episode, mainly because it's clear that they're leaving soon and might be better to have them interact with other characters before they leave. Whether they get married or not is immaterial, as this episode proves, because their relationship with each other is strong enough basely solely on their semi-similar quirks, which have been more than established. However much they’ve happened in the past, Ron’s moments of realization that his life is not as off the grid as he would like are always entertaining.
Thursday, November 4, 2010
What I’m Watching: The Big C
The Big C: Season 1, Episode 11 “New Beginnings” (B+)
Now that Paul knows about Cathy’s cancer, this show takes on a new sort of life, with Cathy suddenly being pressured to do something about her condition from someone other than her rather non-pushy doctor. Paul’s dedication in trying to help Cathy get better often borders on and pushes back the limits of politeness, yet it’s still sweet to see him come to her defense, buzzer at the ready, prepared to get a new haircut in solidarity with his ailing wife. His efforts to bond with the woman at his office whose husband had cancer were much less entertaining but equally affecting, and definitely showed the more serious, moving side of this show. Cathy’s initial reply to Paul that she’s living her life as a way of reacting to the news was very understated and powerful. Cathy and her brother are more alike than either of them realize, desperate to live their own lives unencumbered by other people telling them how they should be living. It’s interesting that Rebecca complains to Cathy about her affair with her brother when Cathy can be just as stubborn sometimes as Sean. I’m intrigued to see where Adam’s relationship with this new girl goes, especially since he and Andrea should now be back on good terms. Only two episodes to go in the first season of this show, and any fans (now including me) of the show should rest assured thanks to the fact that the show was renewed a number of weeks ago for a second year.
Now that Paul knows about Cathy’s cancer, this show takes on a new sort of life, with Cathy suddenly being pressured to do something about her condition from someone other than her rather non-pushy doctor. Paul’s dedication in trying to help Cathy get better often borders on and pushes back the limits of politeness, yet it’s still sweet to see him come to her defense, buzzer at the ready, prepared to get a new haircut in solidarity with his ailing wife. His efforts to bond with the woman at his office whose husband had cancer were much less entertaining but equally affecting, and definitely showed the more serious, moving side of this show. Cathy’s initial reply to Paul that she’s living her life as a way of reacting to the news was very understated and powerful. Cathy and her brother are more alike than either of them realize, desperate to live their own lives unencumbered by other people telling them how they should be living. It’s interesting that Rebecca complains to Cathy about her affair with her brother when Cathy can be just as stubborn sometimes as Sean. I’m intrigued to see where Adam’s relationship with this new girl goes, especially since he and Andrea should now be back on good terms. Only two episodes to go in the first season of this show, and any fans (now including me) of the show should rest assured thanks to the fact that the show was renewed a number of weeks ago for a second year.
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