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Law & Order: Last Dance (2024)
Stop bashing and just appreciate the journey
We have TV shows like Breaking Bad or Sons of Anarchy doing these big farewell sendoff episodes after 6-7 seasons. Brilliant shows. Brilliant writing and acting for sure. Some of my favorite shows. But if you've watched L&O from the outset, you took this 30-year ride with Jack McCoy. Sam Waterston brought a steady, passionate and amazing performance to every episode. You always rooted for Jack as he sought justice and you felt the weight of those losses. I cannot think of a single episode where I felt Waterston phoned it in, even when the writing was subpar. I recall episodes from 20 years when they were already characterizing the Jack McCoy character as "a legend". This was 100% due to what Waterston brought every day. It was simply a 30-year masterclass and even with a subpar sendoff in the writing, Waterston still stayed very true to his character. This was a bittersweet sendoff and in all honesty, they should've done more. But seeing Jack McCoy stand outside those courthouse steps one last time, it really hit home that we experienced one of the greatest television rides ever. Cheers Sam. Thanks for the years!!!
Glass Onion (2022)
Janelle pretty much slayed it
Am I the only one who was just simply floored by Janelle Monae's performance. She was exceptionally convincing in both versions of her character and more than held her own aside such a seasoned cast. Watching this movie a second time only made me even more impressed. Singers and athletes turned actor rarely translate into what I would call convincing or compelling performances. You can usually and easily tell they are not up to par against trained actors. I never felt that at any moment in this movie. Aside from her compelling beauty, her infectious intelligence and sheer presence, she delivers in this film, and then some. Very entertained. Bravo.