Jean Smart first entered my consciousness when she co-starred on HBO's "Watchmen", although it turned out that I had seen her in movies for years. With her back-to-back roles on HBO's "Mare of Easttown" and "Hacks", Smart has truly secured her place in TV history. Her lead role in the latter is funny without being insulting, dramatic without being boring, and all-around lovable. Both a look at standup comedy and the differences between generations, this show does everything perfectly. I hope that Jean Smart finally earns the renown that she's long deserved.
Playing the writer is Hannah Einbinder (Laraine Newman's daughter).
Playing the writer is Hannah Einbinder (Laraine Newman's daughter).