Jodie and Tyler are two commercial actors who land a gig with a New York-based creative firm to film a series of ads for an energy utility based in Seattle. The energy company is attempting to promote natural gas and fend off electrification in the region, and Jodie and Tyler make the perfect mother-son combo for their propaganda campaign. In between shoots at the studio, where they learn how to pronounce "Puget Sound" and extol the benefits of cooking on gas stove tops, Jodie and Tyler attempt to break out into new roles in their personal lives, from their relationships and identities to their dreams of being taken seriously as actors.
Desi Arnaz was an innovator in television and Lucille Ball was a sketch comedy clairvoyant of sorts; 'Being the Ricardos' focuses on their genius as a couple, but shies away from the interracial aspect of their marriage.
'Jaded' is a film that focuses on the decisions that can derail our lives. Zanna's story takes you through a wide range of emotions.
The Sandman features a plethora of LGBTQ+ characters and is openly expressive about it!
The Invite is witty, dramatic, funny, and probably the best comedy released this year so far.
I understand that this would have been consistent with the language used by that generation, due to its role in the medical profession, however as someone who has family members with Down Syndrome I took it very personally.
