So after 2.5 years, the 'Rona finally got me, forcing me into quarantine over the beautiful 4th of July weekend.
So I watched some shows.
Physical (Apple): I have mixed feelings on this one.
1. It's an awesome nostalgia trip back to the early 80s. It's clear the show spends a ton on set design and outdoor shots to recreate everything to a tee. It feels like this is an extension of "Boogie Nights" except without the porn.
2. This is a pretty dark comedy and so there are few characters you actually end up liking. Rose Byrne is phenomenal tho as a very troubled but determined San Diego housewife. And the supporting cast is also very good. You end up rooting for a stoner surf dude who happens to be the only guy with morals in the entire show.
Only Murders in the Building Season 2 (Hulu): They've released only three episodes so far, but the show picks up (literally and figuratively) right where Season 1 ended. Steve Martin, Martin Short and Selena Gomez have developed this amazing chemistry between each other as they look to solve another murder in their mammoth Manhattan co-op. It's a show that moves from hilarity to poignancy in a matter of moments. And the writers keep you on your toes with clues, red herrings and plenty of plot twists. But those three are so good together and the dialogue is so sharp and witty.
Hustle (Netflix): I'm not as high as some are on this Adam Sandler movie. Seems like this one has been done many times before (I'm looking at you Kevin Bacon and the "Air Up There" etc.) Down on his luck scout finds hidden gem of a bball player who has to overcome internal and external obstacles so both can achieve what they want. Sandler is very good. There are a ton of bball cameos and appearances including Mark Jackson and Greg St. Jean. It's a fine way to spend two hours but you kinda forget about the movie as soon as it ends.
