All articles tagged with #task
Originally Published 2 months ago — by IndieWire
Creator Brad Ingelsby explains the emotional and narrative choices behind the less action-packed finale of 'Task,' highlighting Tom's journey of faith, sacrifice, and acceptance, culminating in a powerful courtroom speech and a poignant closing scene that sets the stage for future challenges.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Deadline
Mark Ruffalo stars as FBI agent Tom Brandis in HBO's 'Task,' a crime drama created by Brad Ingelsby, set in Delco, Pennsylvania. The series explores themes of faith, family, and justice, culminating in a tense finale with potential for more seasons, especially involving Ruffalo's character.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Deadline
Emilia Jones, known for her roles in CODA and Task, discusses her experience playing diverse characters, her admiration for acting that allows her to disappear into roles, and her thoughts on the finale of Task. She also shares insights about working with Tom Pelphrey, her interactions with kids on set, and her hopes for the future of the series.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
HBO's 'The Chair Company' achieved its best comedy premiere in over five years with 1.4 million viewers over three days, while its lead-in 'Task' continues to grow, reaching 4 million viewers for its penultimate episode and averaging 6.7 million across platforms, indicating strong audience engagement.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
Raúl Castillo discusses his intense role in HBO's 'Task,' particularly the challenging and dark scene where his character Cliff is tortured, highlighting the emotional and physical demands of the role and his admiration for the show's production and cast.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Deadline
HBO's new series 'Task' premiered strongly with 3.1 million viewers in the first three days, marking a 26% increase from 'Mare of Easttown' and ranking among HBO's top five series debuts, with global success on HBO Max.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by JOE.ie
The acclaimed crime thriller series 'Task,' created by Brad Ingelsby and starring Mark Ruffalo, is now available to stream on Sky and NOW, receiving high praise for its compelling story, authentic atmosphere, and strong performances, with new episodes released weekly.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Vulture
The premiere of 'Task' introduces two contrasting single fathers, an FBI agent and an outlaw, exploring themes of masculinity, family, and morality through their parallel lives and a tense criminal chase, set against the backdrop of Philadelphia.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by New York Post
'Task' is a new HBO drama miniseries premiering on September 7 at 9 p.m., starring Mark Ruffalo as an FBI agent. It airs weekly on HBO and HBO Max, with episodes available for free trial sign-ups on HBO Max. The series explores themes of fatherhood, guilt, and broken dreams over seven episodes.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Slate
HBO's new series 'Task' stars Mark Ruffalo and introduces a compelling new star, with a focus on a Philadelphia-based crime story involving personal struggles and regional flavor, set in a universe connected to 'Mare of Easttown' and other local shows.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Consequence of Sound
HBO's new crime drama 'Task', starring Mark Ruffalo, is a nuanced, character-focused series that explores flawed individuals involved in a gritty investigation, reminiscent of classic HBO crime stories like The Sopranos and The Wire, with a strong supporting cast and a grounded, realistic tone.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Variety
Tom Pelphrey, known for his roles in soap operas and 'Ozark,' discusses his new HBO series 'Task,' where he plays a complex character alongside Mark Ruffalo. The show explores moral ambiguities and features Pelphrey's nuanced performance as a single father involved in criminal activities, highlighting his growth as a character actor and his personal life with partner Kaley Cuoco on their ranch. Pelphrey emphasizes the show's focus on consequences and moral complexity, contrasting it with lighter content.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
'Task' is a crime drama series on HBO, created by Brad Ingelsby, featuring Mark Ruffalo and Tom Pelphrey, exploring empathetic portrayals of cops and robbers set in Delaware County, with a focus on character depth and regional authenticity.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Variety
'Task' is a gripping HBO series following FBI agent Tom and a criminal named Robbie in a tense cat-and-mouse chase set in Philadelphia's exurban areas, exploring themes of fatherhood, morality, and community through a strong ensemble cast. It is a compelling follow-up to 'Mare of Easttown,' with a focus on the aftermath of loss and the grey areas of crime and justice.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Rolling Stone
The HBO miniseries 'Task' is a heavy, grim crime drama featuring complex characters and a slow start, but it gains momentum in the later episodes, culminating in a powerful finale. Despite its bleak tone and slow pacing, it offers strong performances, especially from Tom Pelphrey and Mark Ruffalo, and explores themes of grief, guilt, and moral ambiguity.