Marvelous

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No Spoilers here!

Before I start, I’ve learned through experience that everyone likes what they like, and people like different things.  So this show may not be for you.  However, it’s very much for me!

The plot to The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (on Amazon Prime) starts out simply.  A housewife in the 1950’s decides to be a standup comic.  But then it twists and turns in unexpected ways.  It’s never boring!

The show evokes the mood of the 1950’s and 60’s in a wonderful way.  Having grown up in the 50’s and 60’s, I am a total sucker for every bit of the show. (Maybe the show will stay on long enough to get to the 70’s! (my favorite decade)). 

The elements of production design – the clothes, the settings, the crowds, the décor of each and every room, all of the myriad props, the colors! - are splendid.  So much detail and all of it accurate (I’m always watching for slip-ups, and haven’t seen one.)

Mrs. Maisel is a fashion maven and her clothes and look are always put together.  What will she wear next?  It’s always something delightfully perfect.  Susie, her manager, on the other hand, has a whole butch non-invasive way of dressing, so it’s fun to see what she wears too.

Jane Lynch gives an amazing performance as a loony and power-mad star.  The supporting cast, particulary Midge’s parents, husband, and in-laws are impressive.

Another astonishing thing is contemplating the sheer weight of what the show’s producer are spending.  Rumor is Amazon gave the show’s producer, Amy Sherman-Paladino, a blank check.  Judging from the many detailed crowd scenes, they did!

So, if you are so inclined, give it a try!


Comments

  1. UnknownDecember 12, 2019 at 7:53 AM

    Hey, Rich. My wife and I are both huge fans of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, and are getting caught up on the current season. One of my biker buddies recommended it to me last year as something we would like, and he was right. The cast, writing, sets, wardrobe, etc. are all outstanding.

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  2. paladinikJanuary 2, 2020 at 1:24 PM

    Thanks Rich! I don't watch TV anymore, but I do have a Prime membership and have been looking for something lighthearted, entertaining and that doesn't involve politics or populism in any way. :) . I shall give it a shot thanks to your recommendation.

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    1. RichJanuary 3, 2020 at 7:02 AM

      the only TV i watch are 2 political shows that i think are very good. i, too, look for shows that are lighthearted and entertaining. btw, i did receive your beautiful xmas card.

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