So I finally got around to watching this Romance Thriller called YOU on Netflix. As I give my inner thoughts review, please be mindful of Spoilers. There is also a twist to this review. I give a review on behalf of everything there is to like about his series and then you'll hear my inner thoughts as to everything very wrong about the characters in it.
This was a fun series to watch I recommend it but be warned, it is also a look into everything wrong with our society and how vulnerable we've made ourselves for the sake of a selfie and getting LIKED online. People never really show you their true selves and even the people in our lives who are trying to be our friends can be the main ones constantly seeking to control or sabotage us.
Other than that, for some strange reason each character, no matter how creepy, came to become charming in their own way. There are no 100% innocents in this series so keep that in mind when you watch. You'll hate a character then hate them more, find a spark of redemption then want to kill them yourselves. Enjoy the review.
I love the dynamic between him and his assistant (Zazie Olivia Beetz) who stated in their history that she always wanted to work with him from day one. I appreciate Netflix for letting me check this movie out . can't wait to get the next one it was great I had a great time with it. It reminded me of Jerry MaGuire but more of a very serious tone. it wasn't all over the place with a bunch of athletes. Only when it came to the documentary portion of the film where real athletes spoke about finances.
Lockdown, that's what you felt that from the very beginning. a lockdown was in the atmosphere and it was up the the main character to fix and get things going again.
I have to say that I enjoyed it a lot.
It shows the strength of a man especially a black man that knows the moves before it was made he can do anything. I don't know where this is going to go as far as next year's Oscars I don't I don't know about the buzz around it too much when it releases February 8th on Netflix.
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I recently became aware of the genius of Bill Burr a year or two ago. By chance I came across his comedy special on Netflix then had to binge all of his stand-up that Netflix had available. I was surprised that I found out through those specials that he was one of the first comedians to establish a deal with Netflix. I then became aware of his weekly podcast and now I'm addicted to hearing it faithfully every week. before all this the only exposure I've had to Bill Burr was the few skits he did with Dave Chappelle on the Chappelle show. I just thought he was a regular actor that was close to chappell. Now I know that he is a genius comedian who just happens to know David Chappelle.
Once I figure it out that the cartoon on Netflix f is for family was created by bill burr I then had to take in every available episode as fast as I could because I knew I would not be disappointed. Season 2 was already available before I understood what I was missing out on so I had to make sure that I was there the minute season 3 was up and running. To me this was the best season because it drove into a subject matter that's very hard to execute. It's hard enough to feel like the people in your life that are important to you or not paying attention to you or what's important to you. It's even worse when they're so wrapped up in doing what's right for the family that they cannot see the harm it's causing to the family. This was a perfect metaphor for the forest for the trees.
The funniest things going on we're all the things happening around the family and how the family was oblivious to it or reacting to it at the same time. Especially by his new crazy neighbor voiced by Executive producer Vine Vaughn. The idea that Bill's former bully has become a weird sort of protector. The racism that's going on at the airport where Frank works has motivated people to better themselves and make change that will affect everything moving for.
But overall the threats of getting put through a wall, my name is Jimmy Fitzsimmons and the new catchphrase “you know what”, will always remain instant classics that will insure hopefully this show last for a long time. Characters that were just seen as background decoration are now stepping in the light and becoming main character level. This was the best season for character development overall and I cannot wait till season 4. Congratulations Bill Burr on a awesome season. don't forget to check out F is for family available on Netflix. If you are a fan of F is for family you will also like the Monday morning podcast available on SoundCloud. Go to billburr.com for more details.
Kevin Spacey reasons for leaving the show was necessary. Even though it was necessary, it was still jarring not having him there. The thing that kept taking me out of the story was the being reminded of Francis Underwood’s death. Finding out that he was already gone from the opener was just the beginning of the ever-expanding void. I felt connected to Frank. Not to take anything away from Clare but with everything being put to a fast forward paste to just “get it over with” was doing more harm to the overall story.
Women made history last night, winning more seats in Congress than ever before. pic.twitter.com/QTsKK1AL9K
Every moment to make Clare, a very powerful character, seem more powerful and that power was not to be questioned or challenged was not done successfully in the way it was done for her and her husband. The way it was done felt like a constant message to the viewer of “we don’t condone what he did” and then later “See, we’re still not okay with people treating others that way” and finally “We’re going to make sure that women are the focal of respect and power”. Which is fine, but it seems that the writers were catering to the wrong audience of the message. Spacey was not accused of harassment of a woman.
The need to turn House of Cards into a message of apology to the people that were offended by what was done in reality was misdirected. Nothing really there for the LGBT community in any of this season. At some parts of the show it catered to the idea that a woman should not be president for the ridiculous reasons most chauvinist give. That being said, it comes up a lot about whether or not the Me-Too movement goes too far since the punishment it dishes out is even across the board but all crimes and its accused are not the same. In the justice system there are different types of murder, homicide, and theft but one reaction to the many cases of sexual harassment and assault.
Over all, the season gave a screeching halt to a once brilliant momentum of a serial tv show. It probably would have been best for it not to be renewed or for Clare to be given the same type of energy and passion into her character. I just feel like every episode, as it got closer to the end was a set up to a day starting off with the words “Let get this over with so we can all go home”.
Reminding us that “he’s gone, he’s not coming back, we’re moving on” was too in your face that it kept me out of the world of House of Cards and I am used to this series taking pulling me in.
The season starting off with the typical Netflix recap of season 1 was done more cleverly than in any other series. Julia Garner's character Ruth is visiting her father in prison and explaining everything this she knows to him but is really explaining everything to the audience. Leading to Marty Byrde picking up where he left off with Jacob and his wife in order to figure out a way to smooth everything over with the cartel after what happened in the last season. Overall this season tops the last with twist in the each characters overall moral compass. Acting wise, there's nothing wrong with the entire cast. Each actor gives an Emmy Award quality delivery and gives themselves completely to the tone and atmosphere around them. The weight of the cartel is always glooming over every one; really you don't see them. Only their representatives, such as the lawyer played by Janet McTeer. Without firing a shot, with only her words, you feel the weight of the world looming over everything. As if a demons had making its way closer to the throat of the Byrds.
julia garner as Ruth recapping season one
Ruth
Julia doesn't miss a beat with her emotionally disassociated character who seems to really have a deep connection to her father. She is pretty passionate about being more involved with what Marty does. The more I see her request things from Marty and talk so softly towards him the more it confuses me. Does she long for a healthy father figure relationship, is she attracted to him, both? These are the questions that I have as the relationship between her and her father blossoms. Her fathers comment on blonds was very interesting. She such a fake real tough girl. Going back and forward with the guilt of what she did to her uncle, Wyatt's father, is making her rotten from the inside.
Jason Bateman as Marty Byrde
Marty Byrde
Returns back to work to find his money is missing. The fact that has to come face to face with the fact that all of the women in his life eventually betray him is a huge stepping stone to him hardening. Rachel and Marty finally exploring their relationship under duress is so weird and romantic at the same time. Its an affair on so many levels.
Laura Linney as Wendy Byrde
Wendy Byrde
Seems to have adjusted in her role as partner/wife very well. After the reality of last season it seems that getting back into politics is a huge turn on for her and for there marriage. Seems to be going full Heisenberg from Breaking Bad. She's better at being a gangster than Marty. All while the Politician propositions her. The ruthlessness of her inner self is coming out more as she gains the confidence of the cartels lawyer.
Skylar Gaertner (left) and Sofia Hublitz (right)
Charlotte Byrde & Jonah Byrde
His honest questioning of his parents isa comic relief aspect. Charlotte finding out that her mother cheated is only an added wedge. Charlotte moving forward is slowly spiralling down more as her brother seems to be a natural. Jonah wants to be like his father and mother, he's a perfect reflection of their overall potential and Charlotte is a reflection of their regret and slow declines in life.
Lisa Emery (left) & Peter Mullan (right)
Jacob & Darlene Snell
Seems that their only answer to a murder is more murder. The only code they respect or follow is the ones that benefits them. Darlene's just more of a liability. The code they seem to follow seems to have more meaning to Jacob or if you think of it to Darlene to a fault. Which is what lead to the end they deserved and when it came still felt bad. Wow, its like God really wants these people to live. "I met with them alone because the last time you under minded me and almost got me killed" I feel those were final words. Then he said it "Don't push me Darlene". This woman is crazy. She will not be told what to do. I use to be married to a woman who knew better than everyone and would not take advice or follow the lead of a man that she claimed was a leader. Even when that man treated her like an equal and valued her leadership as well. Both of the Byrds and the Snells have issues with undermining. Even Jacobs final moments were undermined by his wife. Its amazing. The saying "The CIA don't have shit on a woman with a plan" rings more true with Darlene.
So I finally got around to watching this Romance Thriller called YOU on Netflix. As I give my inner thoughts review, please be mindful of Spoilers. There is also a twist to this review. I give a review on behalf of everything there is to like about his series and then you'll hear my inner thoughts as to everything very wrong about the characters in it.
