In 2003, writing duo Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant decided to do the unthinkable: end their hugely successful sitcom The Office after only 14 episodes. After two series, the pair decided to finish the show with a two-part finale and do it the British sitcom way; as a Christmas special....
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Comedy reflects culture, and culture is changing faster than ever. Of course, comedy itself may have started with the Ancient Greeks, but it’s rare to see the works of Homer and Aristotle getting loud laughter when performed. Comedy is also subjective, which makes it one of the most divisive genres....
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In an age of reboots, revivals, and remakes, one man seems determined to make something that you’ve never seen before. With the first trailer for Showtime’s new show The Curse coming out earlier this week, it seems Nathan Fielder is ready to reinvent himself again. After getting his start as...
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Past Lives, a directorial debut for Celine Song, has garnered high praise from critics and audiences alike and already is featuring prominently in awards conversations. The premise is simple, Nora (Greta Lee) is happily married to her somewhat unremarkable husband Arthur (John Magaro), when her tranquil existence is disrupted by...
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