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Period Comedy

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"Dick Turpin: A Comedy Series Filling the TV Void with Silly Adventures"
entertainment1 year ago

"Dick Turpin: A Comedy Series Filling the TV Void with Silly Adventures"

Apple TV+ is set to release a new period comedy series called "The Completely Made-Up Adventures of Dick Turpin," featuring the infamous British robber Dick Turpin, played by Noel Fielding. The show, which adds a comedic twist to Turpin's story, aims to fill the void left by the cancellation of "Our Flag Means Death." Executive producer Kenton Allen and star Noel Fielding discuss the show's origins, modernizing the character, and assembling a talented ensemble cast from the British comedy scene. With a mix of historical inspiration and fictionalized storylines, the series promises to appeal to fans of period comedies and comedy enthusiasts alike.

"Wicked Little Letters: A Hilarious and Disappointing Comedy Review"
film2 years ago

"Wicked Little Letters: A Hilarious and Disappointing Comedy Review"

"Wicked Little Letters," directed by Thea Sharrock, is a hilarious period comedy set in 1920. The film follows the story of Edith Swan (Olivia Colman) and Rose Gooding (Jessie Buckley) as they navigate a series of impertinent and rude letters. While Rose is wrongfully accused, a renegade police officer (Anjana Vasan) tries to clear her name. With a delightful script and a talented cast, including Olivia Colman and Jessie Buckley, "Wicked Little Letters" is a profane and joyous British comedy that showcases the beauty of the English language.