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television5 months ago

‘Platonic’ Brings Big-Screen Comedy to TV with Joyful Results

The article discusses how the decline of theatrical comedy films due to COVID-19 has led to many comedians, including Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne, finding success on television, exemplified by the show 'Platonic' on Apple TV+. It highlights the show's smart episodic storytelling, strong chemistry between leads, and the shift of comedy from big screens to streaming platforms.

entertainment2 years ago

Luke Macfarlane's Decision to Pass on 'Barbie' and Focus on 'Bros'

Actor Luke Macfarlane revealed that he turned down a small role in the upcoming Barbie movie in favor of an ongoing role in the show Platonic. He expressed disappointment over the poor box office performance of Bros, the first major studio gay rom-com, but remains proud of the film and believes it will stand the test of time. Macfarlane also shared that he is set to star in another Hallmark Christmas movie and recently became a father for the first time with the birth of his daughter, Tess Eleanor Macfarlane.

entertainment2 years ago

"Platonic": A Comedy That Redefines Expectations

The new Apple TV+ show "Platonic" starring Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne is a comedy about the rekindling of a friendship between two former best friends in midlife. While the title suggests a love triangle, the show is more about the complicated nature of close friendships and the emotional real estate they occupy in the lives of married people. The show is a broadly goofy comedy with a lot of fun and game actors, and a sturdy vehicle for jokes, physical comedy, and silliness.

entertainment2 years ago

Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne's Hilarious Friendship Takes Center Stage in 'Platonic'

Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne star in the new Apple TV+ series Platonic, which explores the friendship between a man and a woman. The half-hour comedy follows the story of two former best friends who reconnect after a fall out and turn to each other for support. The show avoids any hints of romance and focuses on big laughs and relatable characters. The first three episodes are now streaming on Apple TV+.

entertainment2 years ago

Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne shine in Apple TV's 'Platonic' comedy series.

"Platonic" is a new Apple TV+ show starring Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne as two close friends who reconnect after years apart. The show explores their platonic relationship as they navigate their middle-aged ennui and self-destructive tendencies. While the duo's chemistry is undeniable, the show falls short in its attempts to create conflict outside of their dynamic. Overall, "Platonic" is a competently done series of tiny midlife crises that is worth a watch for fans of Rogen and Byrne's comedic talents.

entertainment2 years ago

"Platonic" Review: Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne's Friendship Shines in Apple TV+ Comedy

"Platonic," a new Apple TV+ comedy series, explores the question of whether adults can be friends with someone of the opposite sex. The show follows the platonic relationship between happily married Sylvia (Rose Byrne) and her recently divorced college buddy Will (Seth Rogen). The duo, who previously starred as husband and wife in two "Neighbors" movies, push boundaries and rediscover lost parts of themselves. The 10-episode series stays true to its name, with the creators not interested in exploring infidelity.

entertainment2 years ago

"Platonic" Review: Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne's Perfect Modern Buddy Comedy

"Platonic" is a new streaming series on Apple TV+ that explores male-female friendships but plays more like a breezy ode to a stoner aesthetic. The show stars Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne, who while away time bantering and sparring. The show's pleasures boil down to a general mood more than belly laughs, as well as smaller moments. The audience is left to serve as bystanders while Rogen and Byrne discuss anything and everything, in a way that's refreshingly natural but also lacking in any sense of urgency.

television2 years ago

"Platonic" delivers the perfect modern rom-com buddy comedy with Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne.

Apple TV+ series "Platonic" starring Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne is a polished and considered piece of work that rethinks the rules of what might be thought of as "domestic comedy." The show devotes itself to demonstrating the tension their growing nonsexual intimacy creates in the rest of their lives. The Tracy-and-Hepburn-level chemistry between its perfectly cast leads makes these ordinary characters' everyday concerns as dramatically engaging and funny as it does.

entertainment2 years ago

Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne's 'Platonic' Comedy Premieres on Apple TV+.

Apple TV+ comedy series "Platonic" premiered on Tuesday, featuring former best friends Will and Sylvia, played by Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne, reconnecting after a long rift. The initial reunion is awkward, but they end up going out drinking and smoking weed gummies. Sylvia lets slip that she reached out to Will out of pity, causing harsh truths to be exchanged, but they continue texting as if nothing happened. Their lives become fully intertwined again, which may cause problems between Sylvia and her husband.

entertainment2 years ago

"Exploring Platonic Relationships: Seth Rogen's New Comedy Series on Apple TV+"

"Platonic," a new limited series on Apple TV+, explores the question of whether a man and a woman can maintain a close friendship without sex getting in the way. Starring Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne, the show follows the story of two old friends who try to rekindle their friendship after their adult lives take them in different directions. The series is not a romantic comedy but a front-row seat to dueling, colliding midlife crises.

entertainment2 years ago

Tom Cruise's Pursuit of Shakira: A One-Sided Affair

Shakira and Tom Cruise are not pursuing a romantic relationship despite sparking rumors after hanging out at the Formula 1's Miami Grand Prix. Shakira has no interest in dating him or anyone else at the moment as she is focused on her kids and career. The photo op was purely platonic, and Shakira finds the rumors hilarious. Cruise has been married three times, while Shakira recently split from longtime boyfriend Gerard Piqué.