Season 1 is good and smart. Season 2 is horrible. The acting is bad. The story and miraculous transformation of Joshua Garreth is bad. Kealoha Nakamura is just as bad of an actor as he is a writer. I feel sorry for everyone involved with the second season. Just watch season 1.
8 Reviews
Fair first season, horrible second
JamesLovesMovies8227 February 2021
The first season didn't live up to the hype I had created in my head but it wasn't bad. The comedy's ranges a good stretch. This who love smart and wit will appreciate its jokes. There is also slap funny jokes like farting and crazy looks. And just silly one liners like Miguel who pronounces his name 'My-girl' like 'mines'. The drama hits in the final two episodes like a truck. It's not completely out of nowhere. The ending was realistic and the message was good. It even added a bit of mystery: did everything really happen or was it a daydream Gwen had before making her new year's resolution? There are a lot of bad things though like cinematography in the 5th episode. It was just out of focused for too long and not in an artsy way. The sound is pretty bad for a lot of it. But everything else was fair. Great soundtrack!
The second season was the worst thing I had ever seen and I've seen some bad movies and shows. It was like the new team didn't watch the first season, but heard of it, created a clueless installment filled with overdone cliches and the absolute worst actors/actresses they could find. The character that makes a cameo couldn't even save the show for me.
Can't in any way give this series the score I would've given it if it were just season 1. Sorry. It's an overall 3 from me.
The second season was the worst thing I had ever seen and I've seen some bad movies and shows. It was like the new team didn't watch the first season, but heard of it, created a clueless installment filled with overdone cliches and the absolute worst actors/actresses they could find. The character that makes a cameo couldn't even save the show for me.
Can't in any way give this series the score I would've given it if it were just season 1. Sorry. It's an overall 3 from me.
365 Proves That Love Does Not Always Triumph All
TheRussianDitchko30 September 2018
Warning: Spoilers
I was lucky enough to see the UK version of this show and that is what I will be reviewing with spoilers.
Monroe Hayden and Ricky Garcia turn in achingly realistic performances in the comedic drama, 365. It is just as funny to watch as it is difficult. It is both heartwarming and heart- wrenching. It is just as absorbing as it is unsettling.
365 is a daring departure from television- making and definitely on a whole higher level of web entertainment. It is the ultimate character study because the character being studied is you and me and everyone else who has ever fallen in love and been hurt by it.
Watching Gwendolyn Fay (Monroe Hayden) devolve from a heady and giddy woman in her late 30's into an anguished, impassioned disdained, fallen rock star- which, essentially is the extent of the plot- it's impossible not to see at least a glimmer of yourself in 365. It is also impossible not to hope that it is, a glimmer of hope in itself, rather than a warning of something larger.
And then go home to your significant other.
Monroe Hayden and Ricky Garcia both relied on their improvisational skills to help tell the story within their dialogue to help create an effortless sense of belonging and detachment from one another and it definitely paid off!
Along the way, there are scenes that can stand alone as dramatic and even comedic gems; a delightful drag queen makeover, a hopeful act of love that things will turn up after a hostile argument and a heartbreaking turn of events that takes home the breakup trophy of the year, posing the larger questions, is "better or for worse" too much of an expectation? Does love triumph the economic and adult responsibilities that must be undertaken to live with each other in an ever changing world? Is love stronger than ego? Can youthful idealism and love sustain itself long into adulthood? Is it fair to even expect it to?
365 asks those questions yet is smart enough to know that there is no definite answer. And the last scene ends with a wounded Gwen as she is presented with a choice that may change her life for the better after such a devastating year.
In other words, these characters feel like real people and their lives, however flawed and outrageous, feel like real lives.
Monroe Hayden and Ricky Garcia turn in achingly realistic performances in the comedic drama, 365. It is just as funny to watch as it is difficult. It is both heartwarming and heart- wrenching. It is just as absorbing as it is unsettling.
365 is a daring departure from television- making and definitely on a whole higher level of web entertainment. It is the ultimate character study because the character being studied is you and me and everyone else who has ever fallen in love and been hurt by it.
Watching Gwendolyn Fay (Monroe Hayden) devolve from a heady and giddy woman in her late 30's into an anguished, impassioned disdained, fallen rock star- which, essentially is the extent of the plot- it's impossible not to see at least a glimmer of yourself in 365. It is also impossible not to hope that it is, a glimmer of hope in itself, rather than a warning of something larger.
And then go home to your significant other.
Monroe Hayden and Ricky Garcia both relied on their improvisational skills to help tell the story within their dialogue to help create an effortless sense of belonging and detachment from one another and it definitely paid off!
Along the way, there are scenes that can stand alone as dramatic and even comedic gems; a delightful drag queen makeover, a hopeful act of love that things will turn up after a hostile argument and a heartbreaking turn of events that takes home the breakup trophy of the year, posing the larger questions, is "better or for worse" too much of an expectation? Does love triumph the economic and adult responsibilities that must be undertaken to live with each other in an ever changing world? Is love stronger than ego? Can youthful idealism and love sustain itself long into adulthood? Is it fair to even expect it to?
365 asks those questions yet is smart enough to know that there is no definite answer. And the last scene ends with a wounded Gwen as she is presented with a choice that may change her life for the better after such a devastating year.
In other words, these characters feel like real people and their lives, however flawed and outrageous, feel like real lives.
Loved Season 1 But Not Season 2
OsteoMovieFan24 May 2020
I really enjoyed season 1 and appreciated the humor. I initially thought it was pretty mature and still think the main themes and plot is mature, my 12 year old niece surprisingly saw it (because she loves Monroe Hayden and spent an entire week watching her films) and she said it was very funny. Her favorite character was Eliza. Although I wouldn't recommend this for children under 18, I think the fact that even she enjoyed and could hold a conversation regarding the characters and the choices they made shows that it's a story that resonates with a wide range of age groups.
Personally, I feel the acting was really really good! And found out a lot of it was improvised. It's all fun and games until it gets real and when it does get real, it feels like a truck rammed you from behind. It hurts. But the ending is so fulfilling.
Season 2 was a real disappointment. Even my niece thought it wasn't that good. Our conversation about that season was very short mainly because there wasn't much to talk about. She and I agreed that we did not see any arch or change happen to Joshua Garreth and felt like it was cheaply written. By that I mean, it seemed like it was written by a very inexperienced human being. Someone who has yet to live a life and know the exact things that make a person good or bad and how long and hard it is to actually change that.
I would give season 1 an 8 out of 10. I took a lot from it and the lessons and themes are so valid to my life and I'm not a rock star or a divorcee. I've never been married. I still took value from the show and the characters and appreciated the overall message.
But because season 2 is still a part of the series, I have to be honest. I'd give season 2 a 1. It wasn't good at all. So giving the series as a whole a 5, seems generous. I really wished it was the same director and writer for season 2 but understand what SkySoft's objective is and support it. It's just very unfortunate that the series has such a low scoring season after such a great one.
Personally, I feel the acting was really really good! And found out a lot of it was improvised. It's all fun and games until it gets real and when it does get real, it feels like a truck rammed you from behind. It hurts. But the ending is so fulfilling.
Season 2 was a real disappointment. Even my niece thought it wasn't that good. Our conversation about that season was very short mainly because there wasn't much to talk about. She and I agreed that we did not see any arch or change happen to Joshua Garreth and felt like it was cheaply written. By that I mean, it seemed like it was written by a very inexperienced human being. Someone who has yet to live a life and know the exact things that make a person good or bad and how long and hard it is to actually change that.
I would give season 1 an 8 out of 10. I took a lot from it and the lessons and themes are so valid to my life and I'm not a rock star or a divorcee. I've never been married. I still took value from the show and the characters and appreciated the overall message.
But because season 2 is still a part of the series, I have to be honest. I'd give season 2 a 1. It wasn't good at all. So giving the series as a whole a 5, seems generous. I really wished it was the same director and writer for season 2 but understand what SkySoft's objective is and support it. It's just very unfortunate that the series has such a low scoring season after such a great one.
Season 2 is a waste of time!
TheRussianDitchko20 November 2019
Warning: Spoilers
The first season had its not to great things about it, mainly with the sound, however, the acting and the story saved its blunders. Yes, the sound got better in its second season but everything else went in the opposite direction. The story lacked so many things but the main thing, probably the most important, a plot. The culprit: Kealoha Nakamura. The actor turned "writer" took drivers seat this season telling a story that had absolutely no point other than the main character, Joshua Garreth, trying to convince his management team and only friend that he is not the jerk he really is. In the end, the writer seems to be the only one convinced Joshua is a better man.
Here I am, reluctantly rooting for Joshua Garreth to grow up and the only moment I felt there was any sort of change happening he flips off the camera's and tries to be cute by sending a message to his mom and sister after. I have no doubt he cares for them, even drug lords care about their sisters and mother's. This was the worst thing I have ever seen! I stared blankly at the screen once the final episode cut to the credits, asking myself why would SkySoft release this? After the beautifully epic finale of 'Fox', this will definitely cause a dent to their reputation.
I was hoping that Gwendolyn Fay's appearance would save this horrible season but even the magic of Monroe Hayden can't. Hayden is also in charge of SkySoft, so why didn't she cut it? All the character's had no point other than to be used as a setup for Josh. I know that this show is meant to be a mocumentary, but there is absolutely nothing realistic or convincing about this. There is no heart, no real conversations and no depth. It is a reflection of the immaturity and fantasy of what the inexperienced writer and and director thinks its like to be a pop star. I was more embarrassed for the actors in it. I've seen them in Fox and they deserved way more that this pitiful season.
Overall, save yourself from pulling your eye out and just stick to season one.
Here I am, reluctantly rooting for Joshua Garreth to grow up and the only moment I felt there was any sort of change happening he flips off the camera's and tries to be cute by sending a message to his mom and sister after. I have no doubt he cares for them, even drug lords care about their sisters and mother's. This was the worst thing I have ever seen! I stared blankly at the screen once the final episode cut to the credits, asking myself why would SkySoft release this? After the beautifully epic finale of 'Fox', this will definitely cause a dent to their reputation.
I was hoping that Gwendolyn Fay's appearance would save this horrible season but even the magic of Monroe Hayden can't. Hayden is also in charge of SkySoft, so why didn't she cut it? All the character's had no point other than to be used as a setup for Josh. I know that this show is meant to be a mocumentary, but there is absolutely nothing realistic or convincing about this. There is no heart, no real conversations and no depth. It is a reflection of the immaturity and fantasy of what the inexperienced writer and and director thinks its like to be a pop star. I was more embarrassed for the actors in it. I've seen them in Fox and they deserved way more that this pitiful season.
Overall, save yourself from pulling your eye out and just stick to season one.
Potential first season, disastrous second
gonzalezveronica9228 February 2021
Recent comedic movies and shows have created a generic standard for comedy, all inspired by ingredients from comedies and comedians from the past. In a film/show, these basic ingredients can be humorous and delightful. 365 does not work.
The first season had its better comedic punchlines and wit as well as some touching moments. Not worthy of a 10 but a solid 6 or 7 can be granted from me. The performances from Ricky Garcia and Monroe Hayden were strong and effective. The story, although unoriginal was simple and worked (for the most part) but where the series should have picked up and gotten better (with each new season) it got worse. Season 2 I didn't care for at all. I don't really want to remember anything from it rather than to include it in my list of worst seasons ever made. The acting was embarrassing, the writing was cringe-worthy. It was a good thing it was available for free because no one in their rightful mind should be charged to watch it.
The first season had its better comedic punchlines and wit as well as some touching moments. Not worthy of a 10 but a solid 6 or 7 can be granted from me. The performances from Ricky Garcia and Monroe Hayden were strong and effective. The story, although unoriginal was simple and worked (for the most part) but where the series should have picked up and gotten better (with each new season) it got worse. Season 2 I didn't care for at all. I don't really want to remember anything from it rather than to include it in my list of worst seasons ever made. The acting was embarrassing, the writing was cringe-worthy. It was a good thing it was available for free because no one in their rightful mind should be charged to watch it.
Season 1 Is Great! Season 2 Not So Much.
MovieAListClub20 May 2020
Without revealing anything specific, season 1 was filled with great and witty comedy while an underlying theme occurred. The acting was great and sure, the cinematography could have been better, the story and acting pulled it through.
Season 2 had no story and had no theme. The acting was bad and I found myself wondering why I wasted my time even finishing it.
If I were to grade season 1 I'd give it a solid 7/10 but because of season 2, I can't honestly give the series that high of a score. They shouldn't have let Kealoha Nakamura take over. It was a big mistake that ended up costing the studio money and lowered the series score across the board.
Just watch season 1.
Season 2 had no story and had no theme. The acting was bad and I found myself wondering why I wasted my time even finishing it.
If I were to grade season 1 I'd give it a solid 7/10 but because of season 2, I can't honestly give the series that high of a score. They shouldn't have let Kealoha Nakamura take over. It was a big mistake that ended up costing the studio money and lowered the series score across the board.
Just watch season 1.
A Love Story for Our Times
CinemaCelly_7310 October 2018
If you believe in fairy tale love, you may not enjoy this show. It is a somber, agonizing, beautiful love story about emotional maturity and divorce, or to be more specific: after divorce. Monroe Hayden and Ricky Garcia play such complex characters that you have a hard time deciding who to root for, which is the point their plot as a couple; there is no good or bad guy, just compromises on both ends.
It's a very human series oozing with heart. Despite the hard to swallow drama, there are a number of smart moments that make you laugh out loud. I read here that the three main actors decided to improvise their lines for a more realistic approach and I believe a lot of their jokes were them in character, something I really appreciate. One actress was not good at saying of her lines and that is the actress who played Emaya. Her talent didn't match the rest of her cast mates and slowed the group down. The best actors in this were by far, Monroe Hayden, Ricky Garcia and Terrell Cooper. They extended their strengths and cushioned each other's weaknesses; a perfect trio built on talent, experience and trust.
From a technical standpoint, the camera man was saved by the performances. Even though it was shot like a mockumentary/reality show and it was meant to appear as if the camera man didn't know what was about to happen, his (or her) lack of technical knowledge makes this show lose its credibility. The sound was pretty horrid too. Whoever was in charge of enhancing that, blasted them so loud. Yet despite the technical issues, its the story and the acting that save this first season.
In the end, 365 hits all the right chords to keep you engaged with its characters and invested in their journey. The film offers no real answers - it doesn't try to preach to us about love and life and how they sometimes become entangled. Rather, this is a show that motivates us to examine our own beliefs about those very subjects, and maybe, hopefully, possibly, find a way to conquer the challenges of love and life for ourselves.
It's a very human series oozing with heart. Despite the hard to swallow drama, there are a number of smart moments that make you laugh out loud. I read here that the three main actors decided to improvise their lines for a more realistic approach and I believe a lot of their jokes were them in character, something I really appreciate. One actress was not good at saying of her lines and that is the actress who played Emaya. Her talent didn't match the rest of her cast mates and slowed the group down. The best actors in this were by far, Monroe Hayden, Ricky Garcia and Terrell Cooper. They extended their strengths and cushioned each other's weaknesses; a perfect trio built on talent, experience and trust.
From a technical standpoint, the camera man was saved by the performances. Even though it was shot like a mockumentary/reality show and it was meant to appear as if the camera man didn't know what was about to happen, his (or her) lack of technical knowledge makes this show lose its credibility. The sound was pretty horrid too. Whoever was in charge of enhancing that, blasted them so loud. Yet despite the technical issues, its the story and the acting that save this first season.
In the end, 365 hits all the right chords to keep you engaged with its characters and invested in their journey. The film offers no real answers - it doesn't try to preach to us about love and life and how they sometimes become entangled. Rather, this is a show that motivates us to examine our own beliefs about those very subjects, and maybe, hopefully, possibly, find a way to conquer the challenges of love and life for ourselves.
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