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Ted Lasso (2020)
Hits the Mark
This shows blends humor and drama reall nicely, and is heartwarming in a way that most shows couldn't achieve if they tried. The laughs aren't slapstick, but are poignant and well-observed. The drama fits nicely into the story - nothing too outlandish (through 7 episodes anyway). Jason Sudeikis really does a great acting job here - no offense intended to say that I wasn't aware of his ability to portray authentic emotion and depth while playing such a potentially cartoonish character. He is excellent, as is the rest of the cast.
Really well done.
Encore! (2019)
I Am Not a Theater Kid But I Love It
This show is about much more than recreating a musical from high school. It's a chance for the participants - and the viewers - to look back on themselves (ourselves) as high schoolers in light of who they (we) are today. I didn't expect that at all but that's the enjoyment I get from this show. The fact that the show edits the most dramatic parts into the broadcast are to be expected - i see beyond that and enjoy thinking about reconnecting with the people and things I liked most then in the context of who I am today. That's the real pleasure this show provides.