We all know that Neil Patrick Harris is a brilliant comic actor, song and dance man, and the best awards show host ever. Here we see what a great dramatic actor he is as well - with the humor coming from a deeply human place.
The strong ensemble cast (including the always perfect Marcia Gay Harden) play characters that are all multi-dimensional and real. Gay or straight, there is not a note of cliche or caricature among them - which in itself is a cause for celebration.
Yes, there are plenty of laughs. Yes, New York looks glossy and lovely. But everything is in the service of a story about real people dealing with real conflicts and the emotional complexity that goes along with them.
Bravo!
The strong ensemble cast (including the always perfect Marcia Gay Harden) play characters that are all multi-dimensional and real. Gay or straight, there is not a note of cliche or caricature among them - which in itself is a cause for celebration.
Yes, there are plenty of laughs. Yes, New York looks glossy and lovely. But everything is in the service of a story about real people dealing with real conflicts and the emotional complexity that goes along with them.
Bravo!