Every episode of Too Much draws titles from romance movies, including episode three, a reference to Before Sunrise. This film, focusing on Jesse and Celine's night in Vienna, contrasts typical rom-coms by expanding character exploration to ninety minutes instead of a brief montage. Rather than rushing through the couple's development, the film emphasizes the depth of their relationship. "Ignore Sunrise" attempts a similar dedication to character chemistry with Felix and Jess, though it has embellishments beyond a traditional bottle episode. Will Sharpe and Stalter's performances showcase distinct character dynamics, enhancing the show's appeal.
The genius of Before Sunrise is that it devotes ninety minutes to a process which, in most rom-coms, is compressed into a minute-long montage.
In a movie that follows the standard dictates of a romantic comedy, the montage is used to speed up the get-to-know-you stage, allowing us to move on to the drama of the break-up.
With every passing episode, I'm more taken with Will Sharpe's performance: he disappears in his character in a way that Stalter has trouble matching.
There is a conscientiousness to her performance that thrives in some situations.
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