How to Die Alone

I can't comment on the whole series but this show has the potential to be something special. I'm not a black straight woman in New York, I'm a gay guy in the U. K. That being said this show taps into something we all feel. The lead actress is exceptional. I don't remember seeing her in anything else but she owns this role. She's a genuine talent and I really don't say that often. I can the characters pain and the humour she's using to work through it. Introducing the characters as airport workers is very clever. We've all interacted with airport workers, we've all had people who by doing their jobs have made or ruined our day. This story, whilst showing us how this black single woman in New York, who feels alone despite being around hundreds of people everyday, feels, it taps into a human experience I can relate to. I can't wait to watch more.

I loved, loved, loved Natasha in insecure. This was the show that introduced me to her talent and personality. I liked her right off the bat as the fun and funny side kick. I followed her right over to White Lotus season one. Her talent continued to show forth. I expected them to re-prize her in some form or fashion in season two, which left me disappointed. I was so glad to see her return to my TV screen on this show, and it did not disappoint. She bought the humor only as she could. I loved the entire cast of mostly unknowns. Each held their own, from the brother, mother, neighbors, and coworkers. I hope to see a seasons 2.

It is sad and funny because the characters are real. They are all flawed in a way that is realistic and true. That good friend who isn't really that good of a friend because it is always about them, they just Always assume you can drop everything for them until one day when you need them.... I am really looking forward to seeing how it continues and builds these characters because no one is aggressively narcissistic or terrible, just normal flaws everyone has. There is love, friendship, work issues, etc. And the airport setting feels unique and not overdone. The cast is very young and fresh and interesting.

Natasha Rothwell's character shows a true depiction of many people who feel such lonely emotion. Surprisingly she looks like a woman I know who once worked as a flight attendant about 15 years ago and today is doing very well as a manager - and, unlike Rothwell's character, she has had a long-term steady boyfriend. Ironically, I can't help but imagine my friend when I see Ms. Rothwell. But the sadness and humor of this series' premier episode is very emotional and Ms. Rothwell really makes the viewer feel her sorrow and frustration. Unfortunately I have not experienced such dire feelings, but this show certainly makes me want to follow the character's development. Altogether it's a very interesting storyline.

This show is a reminder to stop selling yourself short and to surround yourself with people that lift you up. The main character is kind of the underdog/anti-hero that reminds me of Phoebe Wallers Bridge meets Pam from the Office. It's funny, dark, and keeps you engaged. SO REFRESHING TO SEE NEW FACES, OMG. I am so sick of seeing the same 25 actors recycled from TV show to TV show.

I seriously cannot believe this got canceled when some serious lame, 1+1=2 shows got second and third seasons. Hollywood really has no taste these days.

Anyways, I recommend this show if you like explorations on relatable characters in heightened situations. Reminiscent of UK shows like Stath Lets Flats, The Other One, and Chewing Gum.

There is a serious cliffhanger at the end. Hopefully this gets a redemption story and a smart network will pick this up for a second season so I can find out what happens next.