As if watching a British rom-com series doesn't sound incredible enough, throwing in meta twitter cynic Rob Delaney and an erratically funny and pregnant Sharon Horgan, only adds to the skeptic's allure. Amazon Prime's "Catastrophe" is like looking into a pessimist's perspective of everything that could go wrong in each existential milestone, yet it's television, so its real.
The events that go down in each six-episode season are so cringe-worthy yet so, so relevant. The balance between good and bad compliment the other so well that it's possible to almost want a romance as whirlwind and upsetting as Rob and Sharon's. With season two out on Amazon Prime Instant Video, it is an absolute luxury to sit back and enjoy the 12 episodes that the content Gods blessed us with. Here are some reasons to completely divulge into Amazon's two season "Catastrophe".
1. The accents in themselves add a delightful humor.
Something about the way Fran says almost anything just sparks an anger inside of you. As an American watching international television, I am drawn to how the different dialect allows a deeper humor to pass. I also really love the term "craic" – so fun.
2. Who doesn't love a darkly humorous romantic comedy?
I am naturally drawn to cynical, dark-humored shows with self-deprecating humor and tragically funny antics. Add a love story into the mix and I am sold.
3. Rob and Sharon's chemistry
The reality of this series is impeccable, meaning that I often forget that I am indulging in fiction. "Catastrophe" stands out largely due to the fact that Rob and Sharon are so natural. The dialogue is completely free flowing, and watching them discuss breakfast cereal is just as entertaining as watching them argue.
4. You'll feel better about your life
Watching "Catastrophe" is like watching "Jersey Shore" or "Trailer Park Boys". It relieves you of any existential guilt you may feel about being a shitty person, or even wiping away the falsity of God's wrath unto you. You end up being glad that you're doing better than Rob and Sharon.
5. Carrie Fisher!
The dynamic Carrie Fisher makes multiple appearances in both seasons to berate her television son, Rob. What a treat.
6. Perfectly captures the complexity of dating realities
The two met in a bar and shagged for a week straight. In a perfect world, that would bring little collateral damage. However, Sharon gets pregnant, thus changing their lives forever. However, through the course of their trying romance, we see the harsher realities of dealing with unexpected pregnancies in an intersectional world.
