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Shrinking (2023)
Really enjoying this
From the reviews I'm reading here, people either seem to love this show or dislike it pretty intensely, and it feels like it might depend on the reviewers reaction to Jason Segal. I've enjoyed his movies and I think he's perfect for this role -- and the addition of Harrison Ford takes the show to an even higher level.
The writing is excellent, the story is fresh and the characters are original without going over the top into stereotypically too quirky. The relationships are complex and emotional, and very real human challenges are well-drawn. It can be laugh-out-loud funny and in the next minute bring on tears.
I was truly disappointed after the second episode when I realized I would have to wait for more. Highly recommend!
The Stranger in Our Bed (2022)
Taut thriller with excellent cast
I'll start with Emily Berrington and Ben Lloyd-Hughes (married in real life) who are both extraordinarily good in this. The movie keeps you guessing throughout, and is a psychological study in good and bad, wrong and right. Beautifully photographed and masterfully directed. For me, the performance by Ben Lloyd-Hughes especially is one that I won't easily or quickly forget. And once you see it through, you'll want to go back and watch it again to see what you missed the first time. Loved it!