When you have an unchanging and unchangable character like Ted Lasso in the center of a show then I think there's a danger of going amok with the supporting characters and especially with plot. I think Ted Lasso did that with the rather clumsy take on social issues, which is a common problem in any fraught political time. I think the artistic reaction to Trump has created some middling art. Overall, I think Ted Lasso was a nimble comedy that got too serious about itself.
I think you hit it squarely on the head. I don’t know what the vision was going into the show, but I think the spirit of it got lost somewhere along the way.
Ted Lasso. This season has been super uneven, a bit depressing (which isn't supposed to be the show's vibe), and full of dumb storylines (Nate and Keeley's side plots consume too much screen time). Nate doesn't deserve a redemption arc. Fuck him forever. I also think there's a weird dichotomy at the heart of the show, that has become more noticeable over time: for such a nice guy, why the shit is Ted living 4500+ miles away from his son? Shouldn't that be his first priority?
Ted Lasso was better as a 30-minute comedy instead of an hour-long drama.
Also: The Offspring. Love them! Quintessential 90s vibe. Always felt vaguely like posers? Like they were a faux punk band. But I also didn't care because their music rocked.
I almost mentioned Keeley's storyline, too, but she's at least endearing. Nate is just a slimy asshole. I've also thought about the distance from the son, too. I wonder if that will ever be spelled out, but I also get the sense that (like much of LOST), the writers didn't consider that in their worldbuilding.
I was pretty young so didn't really have a sense of poser versus not, but looking back (and not knowing much about punk), maybe they were seen as more sellouty/faux punk because their music was poppy enough to land a record deal and be played on the radio? No real clue, but thinking about parallels with the publishing business.
When you have an unchanging and unchangable character like Ted Lasso in the center of a show then I think there's a danger of going amok with the supporting characters and especially with plot. I think Ted Lasso did that with the rather clumsy take on social issues, which is a common problem in any fraught political time. I think the artistic reaction to Trump has created some middling art. Overall, I think Ted Lasso was a nimble comedy that got too serious about itself.
I think you hit it squarely on the head. I don’t know what the vision was going into the show, but I think the spirit of it got lost somewhere along the way.
Great stuff. Loved the picture here as it just show spring in bloom. Enlightenment comes from different places 🤩
Thank you! And yes, yes it does!!
Thanks so much for the mention, Nicci. It's been such a joy having you as an early reader of my book.
I very much enjoyed the ride!
Many thoughts.
Ted Lasso. This season has been super uneven, a bit depressing (which isn't supposed to be the show's vibe), and full of dumb storylines (Nate and Keeley's side plots consume too much screen time). Nate doesn't deserve a redemption arc. Fuck him forever. I also think there's a weird dichotomy at the heart of the show, that has become more noticeable over time: for such a nice guy, why the shit is Ted living 4500+ miles away from his son? Shouldn't that be his first priority?
Ted Lasso was better as a 30-minute comedy instead of an hour-long drama.
Also: The Offspring. Love them! Quintessential 90s vibe. Always felt vaguely like posers? Like they were a faux punk band. But I also didn't care because their music rocked.
Love your thoughts here!
I almost mentioned Keeley's storyline, too, but she's at least endearing. Nate is just a slimy asshole. I've also thought about the distance from the son, too. I wonder if that will ever be spelled out, but I also get the sense that (like much of LOST), the writers didn't consider that in their worldbuilding.
I was pretty young so didn't really have a sense of poser versus not, but looking back (and not knowing much about punk), maybe they were seen as more sellouty/faux punk because their music was poppy enough to land a record deal and be played on the radio? No real clue, but thinking about parallels with the publishing business.
Thanks, as always, for your contribution!