The film reveals how Lorne Michaels, often vague in his sensibilities, consistently confronted mainstream comedy norms, especially during the inception of Saturday Night Live.
In portraying Michaels as a 'blandly generic maverick,' the film struggles to capture the essence of his humor through the opposition he faced.
The cinematic narrative tends to overlook the impact of The Carol Burnett Show, a significant predecessor, in shaping the landscape of live sketch comedy.
While SNL is often celebrated for its innovative sketch comedy, the film reminds us that it wasn't the first nor the only major player in that arena.
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