Minority Mindset

As a movie enthusiast, I found myself struggling to stay engaged during the early episodes of The Sandman Season 2. The pacing felt sluggish and laborious, much like trying to shake off an unwanted dream that lingers long after waking up. To put it bluntly, it seemed as if the storytellers were attempting to weave a complex tapestry, but instead, they ended up filling it with heavy-handed dialogue and self-important posturing that often felt overwrought and tedious.

This week, the conflict between Sidwell and Sonny intensified, with events unfolding similar to a common soap opera plot where a family member gets entangled in someone else’s predicament. Specifically, Kristina found herself at Charlie’s Pub when an explosion occurred. This incident further fueled Sonny’s desire for retaliation. The narrative took an intriguing turn as Maxie discovered information about Sonny’s questionable financial dealings.

For the first time, the show has chosen to eliminate a significant character, even though the 118 has faced numerous perils in the past. This might be why Eddie Diaz actor Guzman didn’t express complete shock when he found out about an event that could drastically alter the storyline. Instead, he was slightly off-target with his expectations.

For over two decades, Kenny Smith has been a part of the Inside cast, and the current team of hosts has remained unchanged for 14 years. Therefore, it’s no surprise that Smith is well-acquainted with the three men who join him at the table. Not too long ago, the ex-Houston Rocket had an extensive conversation with The New Yorker about his personal life and professional journey. When discussing his co-hosts on the cherished (former) TNT show, Smith put it succinctly:

I’ve been thoroughly enjoying “Frasier,” streaming on Paramount+. As of July 4th, it ranks sixth among their top 10 TV shows, a slight drop from its number five position earlier this week. Interestingly, it’s now being outpaced by “Everybody Loves Raymond,” which has climbed to the fifth spot in the Top 10. Both these shows are timeless classics that I hold in high regard.

There are several factors that might explain why there aren’t many Fourth of July-themed specials on TV, particularly in police procedural series. Contrastingly, these shows often air episodes where the characters celebrate different holidays, such as Christmas. However, it seems unusual that they wouldn’t include an episode centered around Independence Day.