The 'Slow Horses' Season 4 Finale and 'The Franchise' Lacks Teeth

Dylan Casting

The casting of Timothée Chalamet as Bob Dylan in the upcoming biopic has sparked mixed reactions. Chris Ryan expresses his skepticism, feeling that Chalamet's casting disrupts his connection to the era depicted in the film. He notes, "I think, genuinely, my reaction to this is almost definitely unfair. Chalamet's just. I like him a lot as an actor and this casting just bumps me and bothers me for some reason." Andy Greenwald shares his perplexity, despite acknowledging the film's high quality and Boyd Holbrook's portrayal of Johnny Cash 1 2.

   

Iannucci's Influence

Armando Iannucci's influence on television, particularly through his series 'The Franchise,' is significant yet complex. Andy Greenwald appreciates Iannucci's legacy, noting that his work on 'Veep' and 'The Thick of It' has shaped modern comedy, but feels something is missing in his recent projects. He remarks, "There's something missing. If Iannucci's name was not on the franchise, what would you think of this show?" Chris Ryan finds 'The Franchise' more compelling as a workplace drama than a comedy, highlighting its portrayal of the chaotic nature of the film industry 3 4.