Studio 60 On The Sunset Strip

Continuing on my television kick, I thought I’d follow up with a quick review of Studio 60 On The Sunset Strip, one the shows I’ve started watching.

This one took me by surprise actually, but I have to admit - this could be one of the best shows to start this season. It follows the cast, crew and executives of the television program “Studio 60” - a program clearly inspired by Saturday Night Live. It gives us a glimpse into the world of Hollywood, and shows us what it takes to run a weekly live-air television show. It’s incredibly well written, directed and acted. In fact, I can’t think of a single role that “Amanda Peet” has been in that I actually enjoyed, but she is perfectly cast as Jordan McDeere. Similarly, the chemistry between Bradley Whitford & Matthew Perry is remarkable.

Intelligent, political and humorous, Studio 60 should be a hit - but unfortunately isn’t faring all that well in the ratings, which is unfortunate because it deserves far more attention. Again, I can’t speak highly enough of this program, and I really hope it survives the cut.