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I'm going to have to read the book from which this film emerged, but I'm assuming that the screenplay is in good faith. Aside from the outstanding satirical performances from an outstanding cast of actors, this film cuts deep and clearly into the sickness that we are all faced with today.

I posted a positive teaser on Facebook while in the middle of the film, and then went on to write more stridently about it after Meryl Streep's diatribe at the end.

(Just Google "1209 North Orange Street," mentioned in this movie, to get a taste of what I mean.)

Speaking of the end, if only there was an end to these practices on the horizon. We can do this.

I came to this show because of Marc Maron. I've followed him since the early years of his podcast, and even came out to see his standup a few times. What struck me about Maron is what strikes me about this series: An honest take on human psychology vis a vis real situational human circumstances.

A situational comedy on steroids.

I remember M*A*S*H making me tear up occasionally, but this mfer manages to make me cry at some point in every episode, especially Season 3.

A most unlikely favorite for me (I could give a crap about professional wrestling IRL,) but the writing and performances, and the *commitment* of the cast to the story is extremely moving and revelatory. I'm in love with everyone who worked on this drama.

It's like Short Attention-Span Theatre up in here.

I found the film human, and riveting. If Michael Mann had shot this (and there seems to be an obvious influence,) people would be predictably raving.

The raw dialogue was smart and voyeuristic. And the driving around was soothing and familiar. The slow build of the phone calls, escalating to the climax, was genius writing.

I'm just glad I ignored these other folk on here and watched it anyway. I could watch it again.

Two thumbs up, Aisha!