I saw the trailer and it didn't particularly peak my interest but then I read two reviewers on L Word: Generation Q say this was much better, so, I gave it a try. And, that is true, Work In Progress is leaps better. The first episode reminded me of Curb Your Enthusiasm, a bit, but as the episodes go along it kind of becomes its own thing. It's part humor, part exploring the main character's relationship, and part her general life, which sometimes gets a bit dark. It's cute. I watched 5 episodes in 2 days and they were easy to binge through as they're only 20-some minutes long.
Though Abby doesn't seem like your typical lead in a TV show, she's a good actress, has a dry humor that really got me laughing sometimes, and does a pretty good job of carrying the series. The writing is pretty good and moves along at a nice pace. I would say in some places I could see where she could add some more humor. I feel that is her strongest point, though, like I said, I am interested in the other elements they've introduced so far in the series.
I think she does a nice job of introducing the trans community which she explores in some of the episodes. It's nice to see a real portrayal and not what I've typically seen from straight white writers trying to show how woke they are but clearly have no friends or family of diversity, like they're simply checking off a box. It's very splaining and is suuuper irritating. I also felt like Abby never gets super preachy about the trans or lesbian community. She kind of says her peace about what irritates her, then moves on, or adds humor to give some sugar with the medicine.
Her costars do a good job and are funny, likable actors. I like Abby's sister, and Campbell really stands out. She's very entertaining. Kind of reminds me of the mom from That 70's Show. Funny and likable. Abby's brother-in-law also does a good job as the likable but somewhat checked-out husband.
Abby's therapist storyline was very funny. That was my favorite part thus far in the show. Very clever. I think it's a show that despite your origin, is entertaining. I will definitely recommend it to friends.
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