Space Force
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However, the premiere makes another influence feel even more prominent: Armando Iannucci.
The problem is that despite the very strong cast here, the comparison to Iannucci doesnt doSpace Forceany favors.
MaybeSpace Forcewill take off.
Right now, though, it feels a bit burdened by the weight of its talent.
And yet look at that cast!
Yes, this cast is a joy to spend time with from episode to episode.
But shouldnt a Netflix show with an ensemble this strong maybe offer more than that?
Carell plays General Mark R. Naird as a square-jawed, conservative bang out.
Either avoid reality altogether or bite down hard.
No one wants the in-between.
Its an interesting shift that says something about how culture and the workplace comedy has changed fromThe OfficetoSpace Force.
Erin Naird (Diana Silvers)
TheBooksmartstar adds some youth to a relatively old cast as Marks daughter.
Shes also a potential romantic interest for the slimy Yuri, a.k.a.
Bobby (Alex Sparrow), a Russian who is seen going through Nairds office in his introduction.
Sure, its great to see Willard again, but dementia humor?
Lets hope he has at least one more scene.
It could be a long season if they did.
A tough guy like Naird whisper-singing the Beach Boys to calm himself?
Turning it into a dance number?
Also, you should readthis pieceby the great Tim Grierson, who justhates this song.
I go to a lot of em though.
There are chuckles throughout The Launch, just not enough big laughs.
Maybe in a movie?
