Wayne’s 4 X 2: Bottoms, Love and Death and MORE!
Do you want something to watch but aren’t sure where to start? 2SER’s entertainment wizard, Wayne Massingham is back and he’s got you covered with his reviews of the latest and greatest in film and music and television.
It’s Wayne’s 4 by 2! 4 Reviews, 2 minutes each. Here’s what he had for us this morning:
Film: Bottoms
This teen satirical comedy is a modern day high school laugh fest as we traverse the social life of Rockbridge Falls High School. Lesbian best friends PJ and Josie (Rachel Sennott & Ayo Edebiri) are at the bottom of the school’s hierarchy, but after a chance accident where they hit the captain of the football team with their car, an opportunity arises to change their reputations. Embracing a faux badass identity they start a self-defence class for women in their school and try to lose their virginities to their cheerleader crushes. Hilarious, meta and fun, Bottoms is a safe bet for a great night out at the cinema.
Bottoms is in cinemas now. Watch the trailer here.
Television: The Other Two
This comedy series focuses on the relationship between 3 siblings. Brother Cary is an aspiring actor, sister Brooke a professional dancer and their 13 year old younger brother Chase, who has suddenly become an overnight Internet sensation. Navigating sibling rivalries, tensions and supportive gestures, The Other Two is a fun exploration of millennial angst and finding your way in the world.
The Other Two is out now on Binge. Watch the trailer here.
Television: Love and Death
This biographical crime drama stars Elisabeth Olsen as Candy Montgomery, a bored housewife who starts an affair with a Allan Gore, played by Jesse Plemons, in 1970s Texas. As the affair becomes ever more complicated, suspicions are raised and secrets mount, leading to a murder that rocks the small town of Wylie. Based on the truth story of Candy Montgomery, this miniseries is a riveting drama about passion, domesticity and freedom.
Love and Death is out now on Binge. Watch the trailer here.
Album: For Who The Bells Tolls, Jonathan Rado
Jonathon Rado’s latest solo album continues his impressive trajectory as a producer and musician with a short and sweet record that doubles as a tribute to famous music producer Richard Swift. Rado’s work with his former indie rock duo Foxygen was built on 60’s and 70’s harmonies and groovy sounds and this record affirms his artistry within that scene. Between 7 songs and a 34 minute runtime, this record features big, bright and bold melodies with a 60’s orientated sound. Also taking inspiration from the work of by Brian Eno in the 1970’s works and Kanye West’s production stylings, For Who The Bell Tolls is an elaborate and pristine production on every front.
