Was unpleasantly surprised by the first three episodes of season 2 of "Transparent," which officially returns to Amazon Prime today. They weren't bad, but the show -- whose debut season was one of the finest things to ever air on television -- is suddenly flirting with the supernatural in a way that I don't think serves it well. It could turn out that what I've seen sets up the greatest thing in the history of television. But as of now, the only thing I like about the new season is the heavy dose of Colton -- (horrible) Josh and former babysitter Rita's teenage son -- played by a young Tom Brady lookalike named Alex MacNicoll who is just begging to be sexually abused at a family reunion. Anyone else tuning in yet?
Definitely my favorite show of last year - haven't seen any of the new season so fingers crossed. BTW, if you haven't seen Casual, you might enjoy it. Similar tone. Great performances.
ReplyDeleteI actually enjoyed the 2nd season more than the 1st. At first the flash backs to early 1930s Berlin seem odd, but in time they introduce a very beautiful story arc. I don't want to give away any spoilers for those who haven't had a chance to see it, but the context of the story arc will make more sense for those who have a basic understanding of early 20th century German LGBT history.
ReplyDeleteI would not bother to watch the second season after watching the first season. I thought I was going to get a series about the challenges of being a transperson in this world. What it would up being was a series that mostly focused on the three self-absorbed children who constantly went around doing drugs and making other questionable decisions. (e.g., the youngest daughter wanting a menage-a-trois but really doesn't discuss it with the people she wants to participate.) Just a really shallow show, if you ask me.
ReplyDeleteI definitely preferred the second season. It was wonderful.
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