My favorite actor, Hank Azaria, has had a long career of amazing performances. All elevated by bright intelligence and startling accuracy. I first noticed Hank in "Quiz Show" (1994) where he transformed a tiny part into a pivotal part of the story.
Hank's greatest achievement, in my opinion, is "Brockmire" (2017+) based on a character Hank created. He plays a 50-year old baseball announcer who's flawed but brilliant, funny but destructive, and traditionally sexist. Most notable of all is how Hank nails the voice of the character.
In the show's four-season run, it was hilarious and deeply insightful. Plus, who doesn't love Amanda Peet? :)
Great art and artists are often underappreciated. Don't let that happen here. Go watch "Brockmire". Its messages are growing in importance, especially from the last season which imagines the dying future of baseball in the 2030s.
I don't know him at all or either of these shows/films. I don't recognise her either! If I can find a medium I already have where I can watch this, I'll give it a go!
ReplyDeleteTo be fair, Hank Azaria isn't well-known here but became rich from his voice-work on "The Simpsons." Amanda Peet has been in many movies but isn't an A-list star. "Brockmire" is on Netflix.
DeleteIt sounds like Hank Azaria brings incredible skill and nuance to his roles. I love how you describe him in Brockmire, a flawed, brilliant, funny, and deeply human character. Shows that balance humour with insight are so rare, and it’s great to hear how well he captures the voice and personality of the character. Definitely makes me curious to check it out!
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