Barry S1
comedydrama
135
Stimulating
Consistently challenges the viewer and rewards attention
Score Breakdown
Cognitive Stimulation/50
36
Educational Value/50
24
Craft & Quality/50
44
IQ = round((Cognitive × 0.4 + Educational × 0.35 + Craft × 0.25) × 4)
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The TVI Take
A hitman tries to become an actor in Los Angeles. Bill Hader's creation is exceptional — the tonal control is extraordinary, moving between genuine comedy and genuine violence.
Educational about the acting world and the psychology of trauma. The action sequences are some of television's finest.
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