The writing craftsmanship in this show far transcends the predictable plot and even more predictable dialog. Because, you see, regardless of your cultural bent, you will find reinforcement in the main character. If you are what used to be a "family values" person, you will be able to see this vacuous self centered pro choice part time as reaping her karma - she has only the show, no family, no children...she is empty of anything valuable. If you are an enlightened PC person, you get to cheer as she apparently redeems her life and overcomes adversity, becoming relevant and cool in the process. What is fascinating is that her psyche is laid absolutely bare - and that specific foible of modern morality - that cathartic confession is the same as atonement - is not hidden, but identified with brutal honesty. Of course, she literally becomes the thing that she attacks, at more than one level. The ending of the movie is a betrayal of this otherwise brilliant story - the package is wrapped up by strong females caving to a stronger female, without any significant logic or justification.
Review of Late Night
