At a time when most streaming shows contain eight to ten episodes (nearly an hour long), I immediately breathe a sigh of relief when I find a series with 20-30 minute run time. One of the main problems with those 50-something minute shows is that you spend, say, ten hours on them and you're left unsatisfied. Most of them are incredibly smooth and leave you with nothing but fatigue. And even if you find a show to watch, there's a chance it'll get cancelled. In this bleak world of entertainment, one could use something light, fun, short and charming. If you're tired of rewatching Friends, Seinfeld, or The Office, head over to Amazon Freevee as they have some worthwhile little gems.
For starters, there's Jury Duty, in which a juror doesn't realize that everyone around him is an actor. It's a charming sitcom with a warm heart that makes you smile. Now, we have another adorable show, Primo, which is equal parts funny and sweet. Created by Shea Serrano, this coming-of-age comedy is so comforting to watch. It has likable characters, laugh-worthy situations, and heartfelt moments. You forget about all your problems while watching this show. It makes you smile and relaxes your mind, and you come out with more energy and more alive.
Creator: Shea Serrano
Stars: Christina Vidal, Ignacio Diaz-Silverio, Carlos Santos
A lazy version of Primo would have been so light that it would have become tasteless. Fortunately, the version that you will be able to see from May 19 gives equal importance to humor and heart. You laugh, but you also fall in love with all the characters. A show like this gets its fuel mostly from actors with irresistible charm, and I'm happy to report that all of the actors in Primo are endearing to watch. They keep their characters from falling into the "silly cartoon" category by deftly walking between slapstick and genuine emotion. They indulge in strange activities but also carefully connect with each other. There is a strong sense of camaraderie here because everyone seems to exist on the same level.
In the world of Primo, it's easy to live a happy life with just $50 in your bank account. Serious complications can remain hidden. Whatever problems the characters are facing, they are all covered in jokes and sometimes just the right amount of sentiment. Most of the humor comes from Rafa's uncles (Ignacio Diaz-Silverio). These men rarely come to an agreement.
Something as minor as an argument about the presence of an apostrophe in "congratulations" leads to verbal chaos. When Rafa asks if he should go to university or look for a job, some guys say yes and others no. It looks like these guys are looking for an opportunity to start a fight. They have different opinions on how the word "Google" is pronounced, and no one is willing to accept that they are wrong. Unsurprisingly, Rafa's mother, Drea (Christina Vidal), tells her son that she should never seek professional or personal advice from her siblings.
However, the uncles sometimes manage to guide Rafa and help him make the right decision. Of course, they may have some other goal in mind, but they get the job done. For example, when Rafa's friend is punished for stealing sweets from Drea's store and Rafa hides his involvement, Mondo (Efrain Villa) feels that the boy has a burden on his chest and takes him for a walk. It's a nice, fun time, and Primo includes more instances of this kind of fun nature. Consider Drea's explanation to Raph about how she managed to get him new clothes. The flashbacks remind you of Luis's narration in Ant-Man, although the one here doesn't explode as wackily as I'd like. Yet the words, "One man's rash is another man's treasure," makes you laugh. One of my favorite scenes from the show is undoubtedly the one where the fireworks censor a series of expletives. Drea's angry face is framed in a low shot and she feels her cussing come out in the form of cookies.
Primo finds time for sad scenarios without turning them into cloying nonsense. The final scenes might have looked like dank kitsch, but Primo handles them with care and sensitivity. He is not interested in cheap manipulations. From the beginning the show puts a smile on your face and you have a cheerful countenance till the end. Primo is a sweet mix of comedy and cuteness that will tickle your ribs.
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