Review of WingMen

WingMen (2016–2022)
10/10
ONE OF A KIND, A TRUE GEM
15 July 2020
Warning: Spoilers
Wingmen is a fast-paced, visually stunning whirlwind of comedy and positive dysfunction. This show is truly a breath of fresh air amongst the controlled media that is out presently. Unfiltered, witty, experimental, and original. With each season, it progressively gets crazier, yet more heartfelt. I recommend this show to any of my guy friends and family as it centers around a male's perspective on life.

Each character is particularly notable for different reasons. My personal favourites include Rick; who is definitely the most straight guy of the show as he doesn't drink or do drugs, but he isn't at the same time because of the constant enabling with the other characters. Mitch continually makes me laugh in each scene as he needs to be the center of attention, he portrays the stereotypical corrupt producer. I can't get enough of his honesty, how Mitch wants all of the limelight and will do anything to get it. I also really gravitate towards Johnny Kim (JFK) who is a lifelike teddy bear with his innocence. Johnny's smiling and laugh are infectious. A certain fan favourite must be the all-star Italian Franco... his catchphrases and mannerisms are engrained in my head after finishing the show. Miko the Dachshund is a cute addition to Wingmen that adds even more realism, he is hanging out in many of the interview scenes laying on various people's laps.

There are many minor details that I notice throughout the show, including the cast's complimentary wardrobe that matches their personalities. Rick has lively and beautiful dress shirts whilst Franco is outfitted in his typical uniform of all black, but I must say it makes his sleeve tattoos stand out. From the main base of Toronto to Miami and Croatia. I love how global the show is with many locations and the diverse multicultural cast. There are vast layers throughout the entire show from the artwork, design of the homes (sets), consistent vibrant colouring to set the mood; which makes Wingmen very pleasurable to look at. I love seeing all the different kinds of mouthwatering food throughout the show including cheeseburgers, ice cream, ribs, and of course chicken wings for the Wingmen, so they can maintain their robust physique.

Immediately in the first episode, there are aspects that pull at your heartstrings like seeing Franco lose his matrimonial home, and at the graveyard with Rick mourning his father. One of the show's quotes is "begin with the end in mind", I will not give away too much, but the finale is a real tear-jerker. The best part of the show is when you finish it, every arch is completed giving a sense of satisfaction. Trust me, you will want to know what transpires to this crazy bunch of humans in the end. Wingmen lies somewhere between fantasy and reality, constantly challenging your assumptions if the show is scripted. Enjoy the chaotic ride from start to finish like I did and prepare for some dark humour.
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