Review

The series employs “mockumentary” techniques to portray the fictional, reality TV-style escapades of the eager professional critic Forrest MacNeil. He hosts a show called “Review,” where he undertakes any life experience his viewers suggest to determine if it “is any good.” After each experience, Forrest provides a formal rating in the studio, using a one-to-five-star scale. However, his insatiable curiosity and unwavering dedication to the show lead to unforeseen consequences that progressively ruin his life, as he is asked to review experiences such as ‘stealing,’ ‘drug addiction,’ ‘being a racist,’ ‘getting divorced,’ ‘seeking revenge,’ and ‘evading the law.’

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