This sequel to 2016’s unexpectedly warm-hearted comedy hits all the same beats, but something feels off this time around. Perhaps it’s that directors Jon Lucas
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Veep (Season 7) (2019)
The final season of HBO’s brilliant, razor-sharp political satire is rather undone by its inability to match the real-life absurdities of the current American Presidential
The Larry Sanders Show (The Complete Series) (1992-1998)
“The Larry Sanders Show” is probably one of the best shows ever made about the entertainment industry. A sort of edgier “30 Rock” for the
Life in Pieces (Season 3) (2017)
The third season of CBS’s charming sitcom is not quite as strong as the first two, but it’s still so warm and watchable that it’s
Late Night (2019)
Written by co-star Mindy Kaling, this workplace comedy is extremely well-cast and directed, even though its characters aren’t particularly well developed. Kaling stars as a
I Love You, Man (2009)
If there’s ever been a movie that proves that Paul Rudd can make anything watchable, it’s “I Love You, Man.” It’s the type of bro-comedy
Between Two Ferns: The Movie (2019)
Coming seemingly out of nowhere, this feature length version of the beloved Funny or Die segments benefits from its relatively short running time. The plot
Family Guy (Season 17) (2018)
Much to everyone’s surprise, “Family Guy” is still on, and at this point it’s more of the same. The last decade’s worth of seasons have
Life in Pieces (Season 2) (2016)
The second season of this terrific ensemble comedy is just as strong as its predecessor. If you liked the first season, you’ll be delighted by
The Sweetest Thing (2002)
Despite this cult comedy’s belatedly appreciative response, it’s a truly off-putting big studio effort. Nearly from the beginning, director Roger Kumble has no grip on
Long Shot (2019)
This is an intelligent, perceptive and occasionally suspenseful comedy that manages to make several points about politics and journalism without pandering to any perspective, while
Jack Whitehall: Travels with My Father (Season 1) (2017)
British comedian Jack Whitehall and his father embark on a three-country tour in this entertaining reality show, bickering and bonding as they travel through Thailand,
