Genuinely incredible and I’m not just saying that because I was inches away from Joanna Gleason for half of it

Still loved it. Really recommend catching this if you can. ☺️

This captures (so realistically and relatably) the natural push and pull of sympathy in a drawn-out family conflict and its complex interplay with our individual relationships on either side. Being in the middle is hard; maintaining neutrality and enforcing your boundaries can be rewarding but still feel like betrayal. Family can be cruel and still be warm and special and a positive influence. People are complicated and subject to interpretation.

All three actors are great, but I think Jeanine Serralles impresses me the most because she has the hardest job being at the center of the conflict.

I never felt bored on rewatch which is uncommon for me. I do notice it’s been punched up a bit since previews. The pacing felt slightly brisker and a couple moments have been gently reworked to emphasize the humor a little more strongly. I don’t know that it needed the tweaks but I don’t think they’re unwelcome.