LA Screenings Part III - Sony
In the past, during May Screenings, we typically only got to screen TV Shows that were made for TV. Looks like times are changing now that the definition of TV has changed, and what transpired were three pilots made by Sony for Amazon. While they have been available online for sometime in the United States, the rest of the world wasn't privileged enough to see such great product. If you do have an Amazon Instant Streaming account I definitely recommend checking out the pilots online. For the rest of the world, your just gonna have to wait.
Transparent (Amazon Original)
The most original drama I have seen in years. While only 30 minutes, it plays out like an hour long drama (in a good way). With a fantastic cast featuring Jeffrey Tambor (Mort), Gaby Hoffman(Ali), Jay Duplass (Josh), Amy Landecker (Sarah) and Judith Light (Mom) this ensemble cast plays a close nit family from a divorced home. The kids are all grown up with problems of their own and as Mort puts it so eloquently "I don't know how it is that I raised three people who cannot see beyond themselves". Mort has a secret he needs to share that will change their family dynamic forever. Its stylish, unique and well written.
Mozart In The Jungle (Amazon Original)
Another 30 min drama that will leave you wanting more. Mozart's backdrop is The New York Symphony which is undergoing huge changes as they transition from an old school conductor to a new hip, young, brilliant composer. Some people embrace the change while others hate it, but for Hailey, a young oboist it means her big break is coming. The style is very much like Gossip Girl centred around the NYC classical music scene with more edge. So i guess its not really like Gossip Girl at all. Either way you will like it.
The After (Amazon Original)
Chris Carter (The X-Files) is back at the helm with this 1 hour drama. Set in Los Angeles at the onset of a disaster that leaves the city with no power, no water and no answers. The cast is composed of a group of characters from different walks of life that get trapped in an elevator and must work with each other to survive. They have nothing in common except for the fact they all share the same birthday. As they maneuver throughout the city they must use each other to survive the chaos and lawlessness around them, while seeking answers as to what exactly is happening to the world.
Marry Me
For fans of the cancelled sitcom Happy Endings, David Caspe is back with his new comedy starring his real life wife Casey Wilson. This fun quirky 30 minute single camera comedy is cute and has the same comedic style that you loved in Happy Endings. Casey Wilson plays Annie the girlfriend of Jake (Ken Marino) who after 6 years of dating just wants to get married. Ken finally pops the question in a very amazing and cringe worthy scene. The premise of the show is to watch as they go from engaged to planning a wedding with flashbacks from the past and how they met and evolved as a couple. Smart and charismatic.
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